Citrus Cake
A simple and bright Citrus Cake that's easy to make and perfect for family gatherings, bringing everyone together with its delightful flavors.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature for easier creaming.
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3 large eggs Room temperature is preferred.
- 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk and vinegar.
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice Fresh is always best.
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Fresh is always best.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Essential for flavor.
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the buttermilk, orange juice, lemon juice, vanilla, orange zest, and lemon zest.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just blended.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan and cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. Garnish with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgSugar: 22g
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