ORANGE AND CARDAMOM CAKE

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I made this for a birthday a few years ago and it was divine! An alternative birthday cake. Very sweet with drizzle on top or you could try making an orange icing. If you can't find canola oil, use vegetable oil such as sunflower.

Provided by EydisElle

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 large cake

Number Of Ingredients 15

380 g plain flour
300 g caster sugar
160 ml canola oil
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (ground)
180 ml fresh orange juice
3 eggs (large)
1 tablespoon orange zest
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 3/4 teaspoons cardamom (crushed)
1 pinch salt
110 g icing sugar
4 1/2 teaspoons fresh orange juice
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180C.
  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cardamom, cinnamon and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the eggs together til smooth.
  • Make a well in the centre and add orange juice, canola oil, orange and lemon zests, vanilla essence and eggs.
  • Mix well til light and fluffy.
  • Spoon into cake tin (not sure of size, just guessed).
  • Bake for 50mins or until an inserted skewer comes out clean.
  • Leave to cool.
  • Prepare glaze; whisk all ingredients together, poke a fork all over the top of the cake and pour mixture over while still warm.
  • Leave to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4892.9, Fat 159.1, SaturatedFat 15.8, Cholesterol 558, Sodium 1112.5, Carbohydrate 802.2, Fiber 16.2, Sugar 425.9, Protein 69.9

Larry Beck
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This cake is delicious! I love the orange and cardamom flavors. It's a moist and flavorful cake that's perfect for any occasion.


Isaac Quaicoo
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's a moist and flavorful cake that's perfect for any occasion. The orange and cardamom flavors are a perfect match.


Kendsay Kluksdal
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover oranges. It's also a nice change from the usual chocolate or vanilla cakes. The orange and cardamom flavors are a refreshing and light. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mistry BD
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I wasn't sure about the orange and cardamom combination, but I was pleasantly surprised. This cake is delicious! It's moist and flavorful, and the orange and cardamom flavors are a perfect match. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Aarti Das
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This cake is a winner! It's easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The orange and cardamom flavors are a great combination. I highly recommend this recipe.


Joyce Ulotu
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I love this cake! It's so moist and flavorful. The orange and cardamom flavors are a perfect match. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Bamgbose Adesewa
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This cake is delicious! The orange and cardamom flavors are a perfect combination. It's a moist and flavorful cake that's perfect for any occasion.


Brydrick Johnson
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This cake is easy to make and it always turns out great. I love the orange and cardamom flavors. It's a delicious and moist cake that's perfect for any occasion.


Ravi Kumar
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I love the moist texture of this cake. The orange and cardamom flavors are subtle but noticeable. It's a great cake to serve with a cup of tea or coffee.


Onawo Booi
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This cake is a nice change from the usual chocolate or vanilla cakes. The orange and cardamom flavors are refreshing and light. It's a great cake to serve at a brunch or afternoon tea.


Musadeq Niazi
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I'm not usually a fan of orange cakes, but this one is an exception. The cardamom really takes it to the next level. It's a moist and flavorful cake that's perfect for breakfast or dessert.


Daulton Meek
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the combination of orange and cardamom. It's a great cake for any occasion.


Lajpat Malhai
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how moist and flavorful it was. The orange and cardamom flavors were a unique and delicious combination. I will definitely be making this cake again.


rmpstn
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This orange and cardamom cake is a delightful treat! The flavors of orange and cardamom complement each other perfectly, and the cake is moist and fluffy. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it!


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