Recently, I've discovered a whole new love for oranges. I guess I could thank my cold for that. Drinking gallons of green tea boiled with orange zest probably had something to do with it...I digress, I feel like new, like I'm on top of the world and now I am ready to celebrate with this cake.
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This cake is moist and soft with a light crunchy coating on top and sweet and spiced oranges on the side. It is heavenly, to say the least. Each bite is like a taste of Autumn 🙂
Orange Cake
1½ cups flour
¾ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons confectioner’s sugar
4 tablespoons butter
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
Juice of Spiced Oranges (Recipe as follows below)
Spiced Oranges
2 oranges - zested, peeled, chopped
1 tablespoon mixed berry marmalade
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of ground cloves
Crumble Topping
½ cup flour
1 tablespoon white sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup oats
4 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon orange zest
Glaze
¼ cup confectioner’s sugar
2 teaspoons milk
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter an 8-inch cake plate and set aside.
In a small bowl mix together all ingredients for the spiced oranges. Strain and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Save the juice of the spiced oranges for the cake.
In a large bowl combine flour, baking soda and baking powder. Using your stand mixer, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add the egg and milk until well incorporated, then gradually add the dry ingredients until the batter becomes smooth and thick. Lastly, fold in the strained juice of the spiced oranges.
Smooth batter into the cake plate and evenly top with crumble. You may have some leftover which is always perfect to use for morning muffins or another cake. Just store the leftover crumble in an air tight container.
Bake for about 35 minutes or until the cake tester comes out clean. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely.
In a small bowl whisk confectioner’s sugar and milk until a nice thick glaze forms. Drizzle this over the cake and let set.
Serve with chilled oranges and of course, enjoy.
Toodles,
Tammy<3
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Sandee says
Sounds good and looks even better. How did you know I was hungry?
Have a fabulous day. ♥♥♥
Tammy says
Sandee, This cake hits the spot! 😉
Thank you for stopping by!
Toodles,
Tammy<3
David says
Tammy, This cake sounds like the best ever! Lots of flavor...an avalanche actually...plus plenty of mouthwatering texture to match. Great recipe! Thanks and Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Tammy says
Thank you so so much, Dave! 😀 I'm so pleased to hear you like it.
Nee says
Hi Tammy , I fell in love with this cake , mouth watering , I am pinning to make for Thanksgiving , thanks for sharing 🙂
Tammy says
Thank you for the pin, Nee! I appreciate that...thank you for stopping by 🙂
Zainab Mansaray says
Tammy this is one gorgeous cake!!! I love oranges and I am so in love with this. So perfect for thanksgiving 🙂
Tammy says
Thank you Zainab 🙂 It's so wonderful to hear from you!
Dottie says
Hi Tammy, What a tasty post! I love this cake. All the ingredients go very nicely, plus the spiced oranges must be delightful. I adore the flavor of spiced oranges, I even have a tea that has those spices. The cake looks very moist, and that crumb topping is to die for!. Thank you for sharing, Blessings and keep cooking! Dottie
Tammy says
Aww Dottie, thank you ^_^ Spiced oranges are really good...and the smell of the oranges and the cinnamon is just so comforting and wonderful 🙂
Guru Uru says
Tammy you outdo yourself again, I am dying for a bite of this cake - how are you so perfect at baking 😀
The oranges, the spice and the bursts of flavour are gorgeous!
Cheers
CCU
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Tammy says
Uru, you're too sweet! Thank you, thank you! 🙂
Ugh, so sorry to hear about your subscribers, what a pain :/ I'm on my way to resubscribe now.
Mary Frances McNellis says
Oh, I hope you are over your cold! That tea does sound good though (guess who is sick now? 😉 This cake sounds like it make the kitchen smell amazing! Orange is such a versatile flavor. Have a fantastic weekend!
Tammy says
Oh no! Aww feel better *hugs* ...Thank you so much for coming by and I hope you have a very wonderful weekend too! xo
Vicki Bensinger says
YUM this looks so good and so moist! I love this recipe and with the spiced oranges to lend a hint of citrus and freshness to the dessert. Wonderful recipe!
Tammy says
Thank you, Vicki! 🙂
Natashalh says
I don't think I've ever had an orange cake! I love orange, though, and crumble topping is always good.
Stopping by from the Four Seasons hop!
Tammy says
Thank you for stopping by Natashalh! 🙂 You know I've been baking a lot with apples and I thought it would be nice to switch it up a bit. Oranges are such a comforting and delicious Fall ingredient. Have a wonderful weekend.
Rose Clearfield says
It sounds heavenly! Kind of like a crumble with the crunchy topping, but in cake form. I hope that you're feeling better!
Tammy says
Thank you Rose! I'm feeling much better...just in time for Thanksgiving 🙂 Thank you for visiting with me. xo
Tanya Walton says
Sounds wonderful Tammy. I made orange meringue last week and although it doesn't have the 'zing' that you get with lemon it was really nice. Maybe you should give it a go. I substituted the three lemons for one large orange and added no sugar the the orange curd for the base.
Tammy says
Tanya, that sounds wonderful...I would like to try it very much...that's a really creative idea. So good to hear from you. xo
Rosita Vargas says
Perfecto cake se ve muy saludable me gustarìa probar,abrazos.
Tammy says
Aww thank you, Rosita! ^_^ So good to hear from you. Wishing you a wonderful weekend~
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
Hi Tammy, I love this cake and probably because it has that gorgeous crunch on the top. I love oranges and thankfully I haven't had a cold. 🙂
Tammy says
Thank you, Maureen. It never fails I catch something every year :/ but this cake will make anyone feel better if I may say so myself 😉
Shawna Williams says
Wow, I bet your kitchen smelled so good while this was baking. Thank you for sharing it on our Four Seasons Blog Hop. Pinning now.
Tammy says
That's what I love the most about this cake! There is nothing quite as wonderful as the smell of oranges ^_^ Thank you for the pin! 😀
marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says
Oh my this looks so good. Thanks tons for the recipe. I would love to have you link up to my ongoing Holiday Baking Party @ http://www.astrollthrulife.net/2013/11/holiday-baking-party.html. Hope to see you there. Hugs, Marty
Tammy says
Marty thank you for the invite, just linked up! 😀 So glad you stopped by to visit!
marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says
Thanks, I love this recipe. Hugs, Marty
Miz Helen says
This cake looks amazing and I can't wait to taste it! Thanks so much for sharing your great recipe with Full Plate Thursday and enjoy your Thanksgiving week!
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Chatty Crone says
That looks very good - and I have never seen a cake make with oranges - very unique - I think I'll try it! sandie
Diane Balch says
The spices for the orange sound amazing. Thanks for sharing this cake with us on foodie friday.
Miz Helen says
Congratulations!
Your recipe is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week. Hope you had a great Thanksgiving and enjoy your new Red Plate.
Miz Helen