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Ina Garten Orange Pound Cake Recipe

Ina Garten Orange Pound Cake Recipe

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If you love soft cakes with fresh citrus flavor, this Ina Garten Orange Pound Cake Recipe is perfect. It is rich, moist, and full of bright orange taste.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Slices
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter soft
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • ½ cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup milk

Optional glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 –3 tablespoons orange juice

Instructions
 

Prepare the Oven and Pan

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease your loaf pan with butter. You can also line it with parchment paper. This helps the cake come out easily after baking.

Cream Butter and Sugar

  • In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar together. Mix until light and fluffy. This step takes about 3–4 minutes. Do not rush. It helps make the cake soft.

Add Eggs One by One

  • Add eggs one at a time. Mix well after each egg. This keeps the batter smooth. Scrape the sides of the bowl if needed.

Add Orange Flavor

  • Now add orange zest, fresh juice, and vanilla extract. Mix gently. The fresh orange smell will be amazing at this step.

Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir well so everything spreads evenly.

Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

  • Add dry ingredients slowly into the wet mixture. Add milk in between. Mix gently. Do not overmix or the cake will be dense.

Pour into Pan

  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top using a spatula. This helps the cake bake evenly.

Bake the Cake

  • Place the pan in the oven. Bake for 50–55 minutes. Check with a toothpick. If it comes out clean, your cake is ready.

Cool the Cake

  • Remove the cake from the oven. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a rack to cool completely.

Add Optional Glaze

  • Mix powdered sugar with orange juice. Drizzle over the cooled cake. This adds extra sweetness and shine.

Notes

  • Use fresh oranges for best flavor
  • Do not overmix the batter
  • Add chocolate chips for a twist
  • Try lemon instead of orange for variation
  • Use yogurt instead of milk for extra moisture
  • Always preheat the oven properly
Keyword Ina Garten Orange Pound Cake Recipe