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Ultimate Orange Creamsicle Layer Cake

A tall slice of orange Creamsicle Cake showing multiple layers of orange sponge and white frosting.
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Create a moist, bakery-quality layer cake that captures the nostalgic flavor of an orange creamsicle. This recipe balances a light vanilla sponge with tangy orange zest and a creamy vanilla buttercream frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • For the Frosting: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Orange food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix on low speed until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, vanilla extract, orange juice, orange zest, and vegetable oil until combined.
  5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  7. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. To make the frosting, beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy.
  10. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, mixing slowly until incorporated.
  11. Add the orange juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on medium-high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add a drop of orange food coloring if you want a brighter orange hue.
  12. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread about one-third of the frosting evenly over the top.
  13. Place the second cake layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
  14. Chill the cake for 15 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.

Notes

  • For extra orange flavor, you can soak the cooled cake layers with a simple syrup made from equal parts sugar and orange juice before frosting.
  • Use fresh orange zest for the best bright citrus flavor in the cake batter.
  • If you prefer a poke cake style, use one 9×13 inch pan and poke holes after baking before pouring a simple orange glaze over the warm cake.

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