Italian Orange Cake

Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Italian Orange Cake
130 min.
12
351kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Italian Orange Cake, a perfect dessert that brings a taste of Italy right to your kitchen! This cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the palate, boasting a moist texture and a refreshing citrus aroma that will leave your guests craving more. With its dairy-free composition, it caters to various dietary preferences, making it an ideal choice for gatherings and celebrations.

Imagine the warm, inviting scent of freshly baked cake wafting through your home as you prepare this easy-to-follow recipe. The combination of light olive oil and sweet dessert wine adds a unique depth of flavor, while the vibrant orange peel infuses the cake with a zesty brightness. Topped with a luscious whipped cream frosting, this cake is sure to impress at any occasion, from birthday parties to holiday feasts.

Ready in just 130 minutes and serving up to 12 people, this Italian Orange Cake is not only delicious but also a great way to share joy and sweetness with family and friends. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through each step, ensuring a delightful outcome. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dessert that will be the highlight of your meal!

Ingredients

  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil light
  • 0.3 cup orange juice sweet
  • tablespoon orange juice sweet
  • tablespoon orange zest grated
  • 1.5 teaspoons orange zest grated
  • 12 oz vanilla frosting 
  • 1.3 cups water 
  • box cake mix white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325F (300F for dark or nonstick pan). Generously spray bottom only of 10-inch springform pan with baking spray with flour.
  2. In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, olive oil, 1/4 cup wine, 1 tablespoon orange peel and the eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
  3. Pour into pan.
  4. Bake 50 to 57 minutes or until toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. (Top of cake may appear dark golden brown and rippled.) Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  5. Carefully run knife around side of pan to loosen; remove side of pan.
  6. Transfer cake to serving plate. In medium bowl, stir frosting, 1 1/2 teaspoons orange peel and 1 tablespoon wine until well blended. Frost top and side of cake.
  7. Garnish with 1 tablespoon orange peel. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories351kcal
Protein3.65%
Fat33.76%
Carbs62.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.25
Glycemic Load
8.63
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
5.703043476395%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.79mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:351.23kcal
17.56%
Fat:13.24g
20.37%
Saturated Fat:2.86g
17.86%
Carbohydrates:55.24g
18.41%
Net Carbohydrates:54.68g
19.88%
Sugar:36.61g
40.68%
Cholesterol:40.92mg
13.64%
Sodium:367.79mg
15.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.22g
6.44%
Phosphorus:173.35mg
17.34%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.65%
Vitamin E:1.79mg
11.95%
Calcium:104.09mg
10.41%
Selenium:7.12µg
10.18%
Folate:39.8µg
9.95%
Vitamin K:8.5µg
8.1%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.17%
Iron:1.13mg
6.28%
Vitamin B3:1.13mg
5.66%
Vitamin C:4.31mg
5.23%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.62%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.27%
Copper:0.05mg
2.52%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.45%
Fiber:0.57g
2.27%
Potassium:66.35mg
1.9%
Magnesium:7.48mg
1.87%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.74%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.63%
Vitamin A:75.72IU
1.51%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.47%