Description
A delightful citrus dessert that combines the sweetness of oranges with a moist cake base, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large oranges
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a round cake pan and set aside.
- Slice the oranges into thin rounds and arrange them at the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter over the arranged oranges in the pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a serving plate.
Notes
- For a more intense orange flavor, add a teaspoon of orange zest to the batter.
- This cake can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Upside Down Orange Cake, Citrus Dessert, Orange Cake Recipe