Serving Details
This recipe serves 8 people.
Recipe Description
This delightful Lemon Curd & Orange Cake is a refreshing treat bursting with citrus flavor. The tangy lemon curd paired with the sweet orange cake creates a perfect balance, making it an ideal dessert for any occasion.
Cooking Time
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 50 minutes
Nutritional Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the milk and orange zest.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan. Spread the lemon curd evenly over the batter.
- Top with the remaining batter, smoothing it out to cover the lemon curd.
- Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
FAQs
Can I use a different flavor of curd?
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with different fruit curds such as raspberry or passion fruit.
How should I store leftovers?
Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Can I freeze this cake?
Yes, you can freeze the cake for up to 3 months. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap before freezing.