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Ina Garten Orange Pound Cake Recipe

Ina Garten Orange Pound Cake Recipe

Emily Grace
Ina Garten Orange Pound Cake Recipe is soft, moist and full of fresh orange flavor. It is perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea or dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • Zest of 2 oranges
  • ½ cup buttermilk

For the glaze:

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven

  • Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.

Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Stir well and set aside for later use.

Cream Butter and Sugar

  • In another bowl, beat butter and sugar together until light, fluffy and pale yellow in color.

Add Eggs and Vanilla

  • Add eggs one at a time. Beat well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and orange zest.

Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

  • Add dry ingredients in batches, alternating with buttermilk and orange juice. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Pour Batter into Pan

  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spread evenly using a spatula for smooth surface.

Bake the Cake

  • Place in oven and bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean in the center.

Cool the Cake

  • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then remove and place on a cooling rack for complete cooling.

Prepare the Glaze

  • In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cake for extra flavor.

Serve and Enjoy

  • Slice the cake into pieces. Serve as a dessert, snack or with tea or coffee.

Notes

  • Use fresh orange juice and zest for strong flavor
  • Room temperature butter and eggs make the batter smooth
  • Do not overmix; it keeps the cake tender
  • Test with a toothpick to avoid undercooking
  • Let cake cool completely before glazing for best results
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