Orange Creamsicle Cake Recipe

This Orange Creamsicle Cake is a delightful dessert that captures the nostalgic flavors of the classic creamsicle treat. With its moist orange-flavored cake and creamy frosting, it’s perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat any day.

The recipe is simple and requires basic baking techniques. You can easily pair it with a savory chicken recipe for a complete meal experience.

Delicious Orange Creamsicle Cake

This cake features a light and fluffy orange cake layered with a rich cream cheese frosting, reminiscent of the beloved orange creamsicle. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8-10 people.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon orange zest
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup heavy cream
Additional orange zest for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs and Flavor: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool the Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Gradually add the heavy cream and continue to beat until fluffy.
Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Garnish: Sprinkle additional orange zest on top for decoration. Slice and serve.