Hi Bold Bakers! If you’re a fan of orange flavor, you have to give this homemade whole orange cake a go. It’s so rich, moist, and super fruity. The smell when baking in the oven is out of this world — and it tastes even better! Already have an account? As the weather gets cooler, that means it’s orange season (keep this recipe in your pocket over the holidays, too) , and this bright cake will wash away any winter blues. This cake earns its name because you use a whole orange to make it, juice, peel, and pulp! This is a very humble cake. My homemade recipe uses very minimum ingredients because I really want the oranges to be the star of the show. I finish mine off with a simple glaze, but I imagine it would taste heavenly with a little drizzle of homemade ganache too!
What Is Sicilian Whole Orange Cake?
This cake originates in the Siciliy region of Italy. Oranges, especially the red blood varieties, are plentiful in the wintertime there, and this is a wonderful way to use up an entire one! The conditions are perfect for making delicious, juicy, vitamin-rich, red oranges; they’re considered the “red gold of Sicily.” The texture itself is not like a typical American cake. It is very dense, but I find that texture makes it a perfect companion with a cup of tea.
What You Need To Make Sicilian Whole Orange Cake
Measuring cups and spoons 9-inch (23cm) round cake pan Parchment paper Food processor Mixing bowls
How To Make Sicilian Whole Orange Cake
This cake is so simple and so satisfying. Here is how you make whole orange cake (get the measurements below):
Gemma’s Pro Chef Tips For Making Sicilian Whole Orange Cake
Make sure all of your ingredients are at room temperature for even mixing and best rise. This cake traditionally uses the entire orange, including the pith, but it could make the cake too bitter. If your oranges have very thin skin, experiment with leaving the pith in, but I recommend tossing it if the skin is thick. Try using different varieties of oranges in the same amount if that is what you have on hand. Any kind will work. This cake also works well baked in a loaf pan. A simple powdered sugar glaze is all this cake needs, but you could also make it a little fancy with a drizzle of homemade ganache.
How Do I Store Sicilian Whole Orange Cake?
You can store the leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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