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Golden Citrus Sponge Cake Recipe

Golden Citrus Sponge Cake Recipe
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A delightful Golden Citrus Sponge Cake combining the fresh zest and juice of oranges with a moist, buttery sponge base. Sweetened naturally with honey and sugar, this cake is perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a refreshing dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 200g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder

      • Wet Ingredients

      • 150g sugar
      • 100g butter, softened
      • 3 large eggs
      • 100ml fresh orange juice
      • Zest of 1 orange
      • 50ml honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and lightly flour a round cake pan to ensure the cake does not stick.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This process aerates the batter, essential for a soft sponge.
  3. Add Eggs: Crack the eggs in one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition to incorporate fully and to maintain the airy texture.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder to ensure even distribution and to avoid lumps.
  5. Mix Wet and Dry Alternately: Gradually add the flour mixture and orange juice to the creamed butter mixture, alternating between the two. Begin and end with the flour mixture to keep the batter balanced. Mix until just combined.
  6. Add Orange Zest: Fold in the zest of one orange gently to infuse the batter with citrus aroma while keeping the mixture light.
  7. Pour and Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan and place in the oven. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Drizzle with Honey: While the cake is still warm, drizzle the 50ml of honey over the top to add extra moisture and a succulent sweetness.
  9. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • For more pronounced citrus flavor, add more orange zest or a splash of orange extract.
  • Butter can be substituted with margarine for a slightly different texture.
  • Ensure eggs are at room temperature to avoid curdling and to help with batter emulsification.
  • Serve with whipped cream or fresh fruit for an elegant dessert presentation.
  • Store cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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