For those of us who love desserts but prefer something not-too-sweet, you can’t go past one of these beautiful orange cake recipes.
They’re wonderfully moist and fluffy, but the addition of fresh citrus fruits gives them a lovely zest that cuts through the richness.
This recipe collection is full of every kind of orange cake you could ever want, from choc-orange mousse cakes, to drizzly syrup cakes and a creamy chiffon recipe. Take a flick through and see what catches your eye for dessert this weekend.
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Julie Goodwin’s orange almond cake
This syrup cake is a special treat for citrus lovers.
Orange cake
Indulge your taste buds with this deliciously moist orange cake. Full of delicious flavour and drizzled in a sticky sweet orange syrup – it doesn’t get much better than that!
How to make a chocolate orange ‘tiger’ bundt cake
This bundt cake recipe is perfect for lovers of chocolate orange as a delicious afternoon tea treat.
Orange drizzle cake
Got people to impress? This is the cake for you.
Orange and poppyseed cupcakes
These gorgeous citrusy cupcakes are wonderfully sweet and moist.
Orange and fennel seed pound cake
Satisfy your sweet cravings with this delicious orange and fennel seed pound cake. It’s packed full of floral, citrus flavours that go perfectly with your morning or afternoon cuppa!
Julie Goodwin’s ginger cake with orange caramel sauce
Cosy up to this warming dessert.
Orange, poppy seed & olive oil mug cake
A dessert just for you, ready in 5 minutes!
Polenta and almond orange cake
Flourless cake is a brilliant alternative for those of us who are sensitive or intolerant to gluten. This orange version tastes amazing and is cooked with almond meal, polenta and real oranges.
Buttery orange cake
Buttery orange cake combines the zingy acid of oranges with the creamy sweetness of cake. Feeling adventurous? Try a tangelo cake.
Whole-orange cake with macaroon topping
You can substitute the same weight of mandarins for the oranges. storage Cake will keep for up to 2 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Note
Blood orange cakes with mascarpone ice-cream
Seriously citrusy!
Easy orange cake
This quick mix orange cake is simply the zest!
Sweet potato cake with candied orange
Orange you glad we shared this recipe?
Orange labne cheesecake with ruby fruit salad
Lovely labne with fresh citrus salad.
Whole orange cake with citrus icing
Bursting with citrus flavours.
Flourless almond, plum and orange blossom loaf
It is packed full of flavour and is gorgeous served warm with a pot of tea.
Blood orange cake with blueberry compote
It’s a bloody good cake.
Citrus and ginger bundt cake
Pick your favourite citrus.
Orange and passionfruit cake with passionfruit icing
Buttery cake topped with a tangy and freckled icing – it’s a fairy tale cake come to life.
Orange blossom semolina cake with honey spiced yoghurt
Cake suitable to freeze. Note
Gluten-free whole orange cake
Gluten, dairy and nut-free for everyone to enjoy.
Whole orange semolina cake with rosemary syrup
Fragrant and delicious.
Orange and blueberry syrup cake
A thick wedge of this zesty cake goes perfectly with a hot cup of tea.
Chocolate orange mousse cake
With a texture this silky and a flavour this heavenly, you’ll not be able to resist a second helping of this decadent chocolate orange mousse cake. It really is that good.
Julie Goodwin’s orange drippy syrup cake
My mum used to make pineapple upside-down cake when I was a kid. This orange version is lovely – syrupy, sweet and satisfying.
Orange, fennel and pine nut cake with orange sinrose mary syrup
The combination of sweet orange cake and fragrant fennel works perfectly together to create a flavour-packed dessert, perfect for people who don’t have a massive sweet-tooth.
Orange pound cake with candied cumquats
As the name suggests, pound cakes originally consisted of a pound each of sugar, butter, flour and eggs, which made them very large cakes.
Orange and poppy seed syrup cake
This light and fluffy orange poppy seed cake with a delightfully sweet orange syrup will satisfy your sweet tooth and have you coming back for more!
Sugar-free rosemary, labne and orange tart
Make this unusual combination the star of your next gathering. Sugar-free and gluten-free too, it will wow your guests.
Tangelo tart with candied blood oranges
Treat yourself.
Citrus almond twist
With layers of sweet almond and citrus filling and pillowly bread, this citrus almond twist is the ultimate afternoon tea companion.
Flourless orange & white chocolate cake
Moist, dense and sweet – what more could you want in a cake?
Citrus butter cake
Citrus lovers, this one’s for you. A spongey citrus cake with glace icing and candied orange and lemon slices.
Gluten-free orange syrup cake
Enjoy it on its own or with a little whipped cream.
Chocolate orange polenta cake
Moist, dense and dripping with syrup, this chocolate orange polenta cake is a very grown-up way to recapture a childhood love for jaffa cakes.
Blood orange hazelnut cake
This beautiful hazelnut cake is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The blood orange topping creates a lovely syrupy moisture throughout the dessert, which is brilliant served warm or cool.
Orange marmalade cake
For a delightful afternoon treat, serve this cake with butter for spreading and a pot of tea.
Orange, semolina and rhubarb cake
Light and citrus-y with a delightful texture.
Honey muscat syrup cake
Drizzled with a creamy yoghurt topping and sticky orange syrup, this honey muscat syrup cake is simply irresistible! Enjoy a little slice of heaven with your morning cuppa.
Orange almond Victoria sponge
This wonderfully fluffy cake with its citrus undertones and indulgent almond exterior is truly worthy of its royal name.
Sweet pea, cinnamon and orange cake
Citrus-lovers will adore this sweet pea and orange cake layered with decadent orange buttercream. Indulging in this one is an utter delight.
St Clement’s citrus cake
Oranges and lemons, say the ingredients of our St Clement’s cake. You’ll also need mandarins for this stand-out dessert. Then just finish it off with our citrus syrup for a moist and tangy treat.
Gluten-free orange cake with labne
So much to labne about this cake.
Orange and blueberry cake
Bursting with zesty flavour.
Orange yoghurt cake
Simply the zest!
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