Description
Citrus Glazed Orange Drizzle Cake with Candied Peel is a vibrant dessert that captures the essence of sun-kissed oranges in every bite. This moist cake, drizzled with a sweet citrus glaze and topped with chewy candied peel, is perfect for afternoon tea or as a stunning centerpiece for gatherings. The delightful combination of flavors and textures will leave your taste buds dancing with joy and create lasting memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 2 oranges
- ½ cup candied orange peel (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in orange juice and zest.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before drizzling with glaze and topping with candied orange peel.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg