Orange Cake Recipe: Once you have whipped the egg whites, remember to gently fold them into the batter. You can make the Candied Orange Zest a few days in advance; just store it in an airtight container. While this cake makes a beautiful centerpiece on your holiday buffet, it is also an excellent choice for a springtime dessert.
Yield: 1 (10-inch) cake
Ingredients
CAKE
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups sugar
- 7 large eggs, separated
- 3 cups sifted cake flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
ORANGE GLAZE
- 2 large oranges
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 8 egg yolks, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
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