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Spiced Orange Cake [by Tammy]

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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.

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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  2. 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

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  3. Nee says

    Hi Tammy , I fell in love with this cake , mouth watering , I am pinning to make for Thanksgiving , thanks for sharing 🙂

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  5. 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

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    • 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 🙂

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  6. 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

    P.S Unfortunately, I have lost around 1000 subscribers on my blog, and I have no idea how, so if you were subscribed, would you be able to resubscribe? Thank you!

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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.

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  7. 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!

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    • 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

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  8. 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!

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  9. 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!

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    • 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.

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    • Tammy says

      Thank you Rose! I’m feeling much better…just in time for Thanksgiving 🙂 Thank you for visiting with me. xo

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  11. 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.

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    • 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

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    • 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 😉

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    • 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! 😀

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  17. 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!
    Come Back Soon
    Miz Helen

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  20. 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

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