Go Back
–+ servings
Recipe 84ca54bf85

Orange Velvet Cake with Yellow Buttercream Frosting

A delightful and moist Orange Velvet Cake topped with creamy Yellow Buttercream Frosting, perfect for uplifting any occasion.
No ratings yet
Rate this Recipe Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Cake, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 2 ¾ cups 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour Spoon the flour into your measuring cup and level it off.
  • 1 ½ teaspoons 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder Leavening agent for the cake.
  • ½ teaspoon ½ teaspoon baking soda Enhances the fluffiness of the cake.
  • ¼ teaspoon ¼ teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness and balances flavors.
  • 1 cup 1 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature) Key for a light and fluffy texture.
  • 1 ¾ cups 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar Ensures a sweet, tender crumb.
  • 4 large 4 large eggs (at room temperature) Provides moisture and richness.
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest Adds a burst of citrus flavor.
  • ½ cup ½ cup fresh orange juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 1 cup 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tablespoon vinegar) Provides moisture and tanginess.
  • ¼ cup ¼ cup vegetable oil Ensures a moist crumb.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warmth and depth.
  • a few drops a few drops of orange food coloring (optional) For aesthetics.

For the Yellow Buttercream Frosting

  • 1 cup 1 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature) Soft butter is essential.
  • 4 cups 4 cups powdered sugar Gives sweetness and body to the frosting.
  • 3 tablespoons 3 tablespoons milk or cream Adds creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • a pinch a pinch of salt Balances sweetness.
  • a few drops a few drops of yellow food coloring For a cheerful look.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease 20 cm cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Stir in the orange zest and vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the fresh orange juice, buttermilk, and vegetable oil.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the liquid mixture until just combined.
  • Divide the batter among prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Buttercream Frosting

  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy, around 3-4 minutes.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until combined, then add the milk, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Beat on high speed for 3-5 minutes until creamy.

Assembly

  • Ensure cake layers are completely cooled. Level the tops if domed.
  • Spread frosting on the first layer, add another layer and repeat until all layers are stacked.
  • Frost the whole cake and decorate as desired.

Serving

  • Slice, serve, and enjoy your delicious Orange Velvet Cake!

Notes

Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results. To prevent a dense cake, avoid overmixing. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35g
Keyword Baking, Buttercream Frosting, Dessert Recipe, Orange Cake, Velvet Cake
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!