SAEDNEWS: The orange cake, which can be made using various recipes similar to sponge cake, is considered one of the easiest homemade cakes. The orange cake is a fragrant and aromatic cake that, in the European style, can be made with Greek yogurt.
According to SAEDNEWS, the orange cake, which can be made using various recipes similar to sponge cake, is considered one of the easiest homemade cakes. The orange cake is a fragrant and aromatic cake that, in the European style, can be made with Greek yogurt. This delicious cake has very little sweetness despite the sugar, so it can also be consumed at breakfast. Given the benefits of oranges and their abundant use in the fall, you shouldn’t miss out on making an orange cake with yogurt during these cold days. Be sure to make and serve this simple and easy homemade cake at your gatherings.
All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups
Low-fat Greek yogurt: 1 1/2 cups
Sugar: 1 1/2 cups
Olive oil: 1/3 cup
Eggs: 3
Orange juice: 2 tablespoons
Finely chopped orange peel: 1 teaspoon
Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
Baking powder: 2 1/2 teaspoons
Baking soda: 3/4 teaspoon
Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
Prepare dry and wet ingredients: Preheat the oven to 176°C (350°F) and grease the sides of the cake pan with a little butter. Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit the pan, grease it lightly with butter, and place it inside the pan. In a bowl, sift and combine flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda two or three times. In another bowl, mix sugar, Greek yogurt, olive oil, orange juice, orange peel, and vanilla.
Tip: You can also grate the orange peel finely using a small grater.
Prepare the cake batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, and mix well with a spatula until no lumps remain. Once the batter is ready, gently pour it into the cake pan. Tap the pan on the counter two or three times to release any trapped air bubbles.
Bake the cake: Place the cake pan in the middle of the oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes until the top is golden. Once the cake is fully baked, remove it from the oven. Let it sit in the pan for 10 minutes on a cooling rack. Afterward, remove the cake from the pan and allow it to cool for an additional 15 minutes. Finally, decorate the cake with whipped cream, thin slices of orange, and caramel sauce to your liking.
Why use Greek yogurt?
The main reason for using Greek yogurt is the creamy texture it imparts to the cake. Additionally, the acidity of the yogurt helps activate the baking soda, resulting in a light and fluffy cake.
Substitutes for yogurt:
You can replace Greek yogurt with low-fat plain yogurt, sour cream, milk, or water in equal amounts.
Baking without an oven:
If you don’t have an oven, you can bake the cake in a pot. Follow the steps above, then place a metal trivet in a large pot. Place the cake pan on top of the trivet, cover the pot with a lid, and cook for about 1 hour.
Making a moist orange cake:
This cake can also be made into a moist version similar to a chocolate syrup cake. For this, you need an orange syrup: mix 1 cup of orange juice, 1 cup of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, then heat until thickened. Once the syrup has cooled, pour it over the sliced cake and let it absorb for about 30 minutes.
Decorating the cake:
You can decorate the cake with orange glaze and orange peel. To make the glaze, heat sugar and orange juice in a small pot until it boils. Once the sugar dissolves, let it cool slightly. While the cake is still warm, pour the glaze evenly over the entire cake for a glossy finish.
