Description
Looking for a showstopping dessert that blends elegance with bold, cozy flavors? This *Orange Cardamom Cake* is a moist, fluffy layered cake infused with bright citrus and warm spice—ideal for everything from special celebrations to lazy brunches. Topped with a creamy glaze and finished with crunchy pistachios or orange slices, it’s one of those easy recipes that feels fancy without the fuss. Whether you’re browsing for quick breakfast ideas, a healthy snack, or unique dessert ideas, this cake is a flavorful must-bake that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground green cardamom
½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
½ cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon orange zest
⅓ cup fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup milk
1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
2 tablespoons cream cheese or Greek yogurt (optional, for thicker frosting)
2 tablespoons chopped pistachios or dried orange slices (optional garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cardamom.
3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3–5 minutes.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Then stir in yogurt, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract.
5. Add dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with milk. Start and end with flour. Mix gently until just combined.
6. Divide batter evenly into pans, smooth the tops, and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Prepare the glaze: mix powdered sugar with orange juice or milk until smooth, or blend with cream cheese for a thicker option.
9. Spread a layer of glaze between the cooled cakes, then top with the rest and garnish with pistachios or orange slices.
Notes
Always use freshly ground cardamom for the best aroma and flavor.
Be sure to let cakes cool fully before icing to avoid melting the glaze.
You can freeze the unfrosted layers for later use—just wrap tightly and thaw overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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