Introduction
This Orange Raisin Cake is a soft, moist, and fragrant dessert made by blending fresh oranges into the batter. The citrus flavor pairs beautifully with sweet raisins, creating a simple cake that’s perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 medium oranges (washed, seeds removed, peel left on if thin)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (75 g) raisins
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan.
- Cut the oranges into chunks, removing all seeds.
- Place the oranges, eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla in a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a large bowl.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Stir in the raisins.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10–15 minutes before removing it from the pan.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Tips
- Soak the raisins in warm water or orange juice for 10 minutes for extra softness.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Add a teaspoon of orange zest for an even stronger citrus aroma.
Description
This cake has a tender crumb, a fresh orange flavor, and juicy raisins throughout. It’s delicious served plain or with tea or coffee.
Nutritional Information (per slice, based on 10 slices)
- Calories: 260
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 20 g
Enjoy this easy homemade Orange Raisin Cake fresh, or store it in an airtight container for up to 3 days.