Shabbat Orange Vanilla Layer Cake Recipe - Vintage Kosher Cake Recipe
A soft and elegant layer cake infused with fresh orange and warm vanilla flavors, perfect for Shabbat dinners, celebrations, and family gatherings.
Prep Time
30 minutes
Bake Time
30–35 minutes
Servings
10–12 servings
Ingredients
For the Cake
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter or pareve margarine, softened
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
3/4 cup fresh orange juice
3/4 cup milk or non-dairy milk
For the Orange Vanilla Frosting
1 cup unsalted butter or pareve margarine, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon orange zest
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2–4 tablespoons milk or non-dairy milk, as needed
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
In a measuring cup, combine the orange juice and milk.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the orange juice mixture. Mix until smooth and fully combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare the frosting by beating the butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in orange juice, orange zest, vanilla extract, and enough milk to reach a spreadable consistency.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread frosting over the top. Add the second layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Serving Suggestions
Garnish with fresh orange slices or curls of orange zest
Serve with tea or coffee after Shabbat dinner
Chill slightly before serving for cleaner slices
Optional: decorate with chopped pistachios or toasted almonds for an elegant finish
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