Orange Almond Poppy Seed Cake 🍊🌼
This Orange Almond Poppy Seed Cake is a delightful combination of citrusy freshness and nutty richness. With the bright flavors of fresh orange juice and zest, crunchy poppy seeds, and a moist almond-flour cake base, this dessert is perfect for any occasion. Topped with a creamy orange buttercream frosting and garnished with vibrant orange slices, it’s not only delicious but also visually stunning. Whether for a family gathering or a special celebration, this cake will impress your guests with its flavor and elegance.
A Flavorful and Moist Cake Base
The base of this cake is made with a combination of all-purpose and almond flour, giving it a tender crumb and a nutty richness. The addition of poppy seeds adds texture, while the fresh orange zest and juice infuse the cake with a bright, citrusy flavor. The batter comes together easily, and the layers bake up light and fluffy, thanks to the perfect balance of ingredients.
Orange Buttercream Frosting for a Finishing Touch
No cake is complete without a luscious frosting, and this orange buttercream is the perfect complement to the zesty cake. Made with softened butter, powdered sugar, and fresh orange juice, the frosting is smooth, creamy, and bursting with citrus flavor. The extra orange zest adds a pop of color and brightness, making this frosting as delightful to look at as it is to eat.
Orange Almond Poppy Seed Cake 🍊🌼
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
1.5 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup almond flour
3/8 cup poppy seeds
1.5 cups sugar
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 large eggs
3/4 cup milk
3/8 cup fresh orange juice
Zest of 3 oranges
3 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp salt
1.5 tsp vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
1.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
6 cups powdered sugar
3 tbsp fresh orange juice
1.5 tbsp orange zest
1.5 tsp vanilla extract
For Garnish:
Orange slices
Extra poppy seeds
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
Make the Cake Batter:
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and orange zest.
In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, almond flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, and salt.
Alternately add dry ingredients and milk/orange juice to the creamed mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Bake:
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting:
Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, orange juice, and zest, beating until smooth. Stir in vanilla.
Assemble the Cake:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with frosting. Repeat with the second and third layers, finishing with frosting on top and around the sides.
Garnish:
Decorate with orange slices and sprinkle with poppy seeds around the edges.
Serve:
Let the cake set slightly before slicing. Serve and enjoy!
A Cake for All Occasions
Whether you’re celebrating a special event or just want to treat yourself to a homemade dessert, this Orange Almond Poppy Seed Cake is a winner. The combination of citrus, almond, and poppy seeds makes for a truly unique flavor profile, while the orange buttercream ties everything together beautifully. Garnished with fresh orange slices and extra poppy seeds, this cake is sure to become a favorite at your table.
