Golden Orange Cake Using Basic Cake Mix
Description
This Golden Orange Cake transforms a basic cake mix into a sophisticated, moist dessert bursting with citrus flavor. By adding buttermilk, fresh orange peel, and vanilla, the batter gains a tender crumb and aromatic depth. The inclusion of golden raisins and chopped walnuts adds delightful texture and natural sweetness, making every bite satisfying and complex. Topped with a simple yet elegant orange glaze, this cake is perfect for afternoon tea or holiday gatherings.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease and flour a 9-cup bundt pan or a 13x9-inch baking pan.
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In a large mixer bowl, combine cake mix, buttermilk, sugar, baking soda, butter, eggs, grated orange peel, and vanilla.
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Beat on low speed, scraping the bowl constantly, for 30 seconds.
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Increase speed to medium and beat, scraping the bowl occasionally, for 4 minutes.
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Stir in the golden raisins and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
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Pour batter into the prepared pan.
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Bake until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean, 50 to 55 minutes.
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Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
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Invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
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For the glaze, mix melted butter, powdered sugar, and grated orange peel in a small bowl.
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Stir in orange juice, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired drizzling consistency is reached.
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Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1257.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 27.6g43%
- Saturated Fat 5.6g28%
- Cholesterol 141.4mg48%
- Sodium 213.0mg9%
- Total Carbohydrate 231.8g78%
- Dietary Fiber 6.4g26%
- Sugars 81.1g
- Protein 26.5g53%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
