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Best Easy Persian Orange Cake

Deliciously Simple Best Easy Persian Orange Cake Recipe

This Best Easy Persian Orange Cake is a delicious treat filled with fresh orange flavors and cardamom, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Persian
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cups fresh orange juice
  • zest of 2 oranges
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom

Equipment

  • round cake pan
  • Medium bowl
  • Large bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and cardamom.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the orange juice and zest.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed—avoid overmixing!
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown; check with a toothpick for doneness.
  8. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 11g

Notes

This cake is great for various occasions and can be customized by using lemon juice or adding seeds for crunch.

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