This Citrus Glazed Cake is a moist, tangy, and sweet treat, perfect for any occasion. The vibrant flavors of fresh citrus in both the cake and the glaze make it refreshing and irresistible. Enjoy with tea or coffee, or as a light dessert.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ½ cup buttermilk
For the Citrus Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest (optional)
Instructions:
For the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or bundt cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract, orange zest, and lemon zest.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the orange juice and buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Citrus Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, orange juice, and optional orange zest until smooth.
- Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top, allowing it to flow down the sides.
- Let the glaze set for about 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your delicious citrus glazed cake!