Ingredients:
200g all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
120g granulated sugar
Zest of 2 oranges
160g olive oil or melted butter
120ml (1/2 cup) fresh orange juice
50g condensed oat milk (e.g., Natureβs Charm)
50g yogurt (any preferred variety)
1 tsp vanilla bean paste
Fresh orange slices for decoration
Instructions:
Start by preheating your oven to 175Β°C (350Β°F). Prepare your baking pan by placing washed and sliced orange rings at the bottom; this will add a delightful citrusy decoration and flavor.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This blend of dry ingredients will serve as the foundation for your cake.
In a separate bowl, mix the granulated sugar with the orange zest. Use your fingers to work the zest into the sugar, which not only infuses the sugar with a vibrant orange hue but also releases the oils from the zest for a more intense flavor.
To the sugar and zest mixture, add the fresh orange juice, condensed oat milk, either melted butter or olive oil (depending on your preference), yogurt, and vanilla bean paste. Whisk these wet ingredients together until they are thoroughly combined.
Gradually incorporate the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring just enough to ensure no flour pockets remain, but be careful not to overmix.
Carefully pour the batter over the orange slices in the prepared pan, smoothing the top to ensure an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, indicating it is perfectly baked through.
Allow the cake to cool down completely in the pan before removing it to ensure it sets properly and retains its moist texture.
Once cooled, remove the cake from the pan, reveal the beautifully caramelized orange slices on top, and serve.
This recipe offers a straightforward guide to creating a moist and flavorful orange cake, adorned with caramelized orange slices for an added touch of elegance. The combination of fresh orange juice, zest, and condensed oat milk brings a rich, citrusy flavor to the cake, making it a perfect treat to enjoy at any time.