Orange cake

Orange cake is a quick and delicious dessert, perfect for any occasion. The fresh aroma of oranges combined with the fluffy texture of the cake will turn any meal into a feast. Here’s how you can prepare this simple recipe step by step.

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Number of servings: 8-10

Ingredients:
- 6 fresh eggs
- 300 g sugar
- 150 g flour
- 125 ml natural orange juice (ideally freshly squeezed)
- A pinch of salt
- A pinch of baking powder
- 1 cup of oil (preferably sunflower oil or light olive oil)
- Grated zest of one orange (for an intense flavor)
- Fruits from exotic fruit compote (mango, pineapple, kiwi)
- A few slices of fresh orange for decoration

Preparation:

1. Preparing the ingredients: Start by gathering all the necessary ingredients. Make sure the eggs are at room temperature, as this will help achieve a fluffier cake. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.

2. Separating the eggs: In a large bowl, separate the eggs into whites and yolks. Add a pinch of salt and 100 g of sugar over the yolks. Let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the sugar to dissolve and enhance the flavor.

3. Beating the egg whites: In another bowl, beat the egg whites with a mixer until foamy. Gradually add the remaining sugar (200 g) and continue mixing until you achieve a glossy and firm meringue. This is an essential step for getting an airy cake.

4. Combining the ingredients: In the bowl with yolks, add the oil, juice, and orange zest. Mix well to combine the ingredients. Then, add the flour mixed with baking powder, gently folding with a spatula to avoid lumps.

5. Folding the mixtures: Incorporate the meringue into the yolk mixture using folding motions to retain the air in the meringue. This will give the cake a light texture.

6. Adding the fruits: Cut small cubes from the fruits in the compote and add them to the batter. You can opt for a combination of exotic fruits that complement the orange flavor.

7. Baking: Pour the mixture into a baking tray lined with parchment paper or greased with oil. Smooth the surface gently with a spatula. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

8. Cooling and serving: Let the cake cool in the tray for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. You can decorate it with fresh orange slices or a fruit sauce for a festive look.

Personal suggestion: For an even more intense flavor, you can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a splash of rum to the mixture. You can also serve the cake with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a pleasant contrast of textures.

This orange cake is not only easy to prepare but also an excellent choice to impress guests or to treat yourself on a relaxing afternoon. Enjoy every bite and let yourself be carried away by its refreshing flavors!

 Ingredients: 6 eggs, 300 g sugar, 150 g flour, 125 ml natural orange juice, a pinch of salt, a pinch of baking powder, a cup of oil, zest of one orange, a few fruits from a compote of exotic fruits, a few pieces of orange.