Mary’s Orange Slice Cake

Orange slice cake is a classic Southern dessert that gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It is known for its moist texture and citrusy flavor.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Mary’s Orange Slice Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, European Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 pieces Orange slices
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. Arrange the orange slices in a single layer on the bottom of the pan.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
6. Pour the batter over the orange slices in the cake pan.
7. Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar.
10. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 52g18%

Sugars 35g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.