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Joe Rooney

Orange Creamsicle Cake: Deliciously Simple Recipe

Discover the delightful Orange Creamsicle Cake, a deliciously simple creamsicle cake recipe that perfectly blends bright citrus flavors with creamy vanilla frosting. This orange and vanilla cake is moist, fluffy, and bursting with fresh orange zest and juice, creating a homemade creamsicle cake experience that’s both refreshing and comforting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup butter (softened)
  • 4 large eggs
  • ¾ cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Creamsicle Frosting Ingredients:
  • 1 cup butter (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
  5. Mix in orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract.
  6. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
  7. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans.
  8. Bake 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool cakes in pans 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  10. Beat butter for frosting until creamy.
  11. Gradually add powdered sugar alternated with heavy cream and orange juice.
  12. Stir in vanilla extract and orange zest.
  13. Beat until light and fluffy.
  14. Place one cake layer on plate and spread frosting on top.
  15. Add second layer and frost entire cake.
  16. Decorate with candied orange slices or white chocolate shavings.
  17. Let cake set 30 minutes before slicing.
  18. Serve chilled or at room temperature, paired with tea or vanilla ice cream.

Notes

  • Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy. For a festive touch, decorate with candied orange slices or white chocolate shavings. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and let come to room temperature before serving.