Orange Buttermilk Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting

This Orange Buttermilk Cake is a zesty, moist dessert that’s topped with a luscious orange cream cheese frosting. The combination of buttermilk and fresh orange zest gives the cake a tangy yet sweet flavor that pairs perfectly with the rich, velvety frosting. A simple cake that’s bursting with citrus flavor, it’s perfect for any occasion!

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 525 kcal per slice

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Zest of one orange (about 1 tablespoon)
• 1/4 cup butter, melted and cooled to room temperature

For the Frosting:

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 4 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
• 2 tablespoons orange marmalade
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon orange extract
• 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×2 inch round baking pan by lining the bottom with parchment paper or foil, then butter the top and sides.
2. Make the Cake Batter: In a small bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until well combined. Add the orange zest, vanilla extract, and buttermilk, whisking until smooth. Stir in the melted butter, then gently fold in the flour mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
3. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a rubber spatula. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 30 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Make the Frosting: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, butter, orange marmalade, orange juice, vanilla extract, and orange extract. Beat with a hand mixer until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue to beat until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
5. Assemble the Cake: Slice the cooled cake in half. Spread a layer of orange marmalade on the bottom half of the cake, then spread 1/4 of the frosting on top of the marmalade. Invert the top half of the cake onto the bottom layer. Frost the entire cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting.
6. Serve: Slice and enjoy the refreshing citrus flavors of this delightful cake!

Nutrition (per serving):

• Calories: 525 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 84g
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 90mg
• Sodium: 270mg
• Potassium: 184mg
• Sugar: 59g
• Vitamin A: 650 IU
• Vitamin C: 0.2mg
• Calcium: 97mg
• Iron: 1.8mg