Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Prepare the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually whisk in the oil, orange zest, and orange juice.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and vanilla sugar.
Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently with a spatula until just combined. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
Bake: Grease and flour a bundt pan. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and orange juice until you have a smooth and pourable glaze.
Glaze the Cake: Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top.
Tips:
Room Temperature Ingredients: For best results, use room temperature eggs and butter.
Zest: Use a fine-grated zester to get the most zest from the oranges.
Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the batter will develop the gluten in the flour, making the cake tough.
Variations: Add a few tablespoons of chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds) to the batter for extra flavor and texture.
Enjoy your delicious and fluffy orange cake!
This recipe provides a clearer structure and incorporates some helpful tips for optimal baking results. I hope you enjoy making and savoring this delightful cake!
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