Description
Indulge in the BEST Orange Drizzle Traybake Cake, a delightful dessert that captures the essence of sunny citrus flavors. This light and fluffy cake is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a family gathering, or simply treating yourself to a sweet delight. The vibrant glaze and fresh orange zest create an irresistible finish that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With straightforward steps, even novice bakers can whip up this delicious treat quickly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 g softened butter
- 250 g caster sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 medium eggs
- 250 g self-raising flour
- 3 tablespoons milk
- Zest of 1 orange
- 200 g icing sugar
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1–2 tablespoons orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C for fan ovens) and line an 8×10-inch baking tin with baking paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the softened butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then slowly incorporate the self-raising flour and milk until smooth. Finally, fold in the orange zest.
- Pour the batter into the prepared tin and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg