Orange Cake

A moist vegetarian cake made with whole puréed oranges and semolina, best prepared a day before serving.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 173.8 kcals 2085.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 23.2 grams 278.2 grams
Fat 8 grams 96.5 grams
Protein 3.1 grams 36.8 grams
Cook Time
50 mins
Produces
12 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
115
g
Dairy
2
piece
Egg
medium free-range, beaten
Fruits
2
piece
Orange
diced including skins, pips removed
GrainsCereals
175
g
OilsFats
115
g
Margarine
plus extra for greasing

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C and grease a deep 20cm tin with margarine.
  • Purée the diced oranges in a food processor and set aside.
  • Cream the margarine and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy.
  • Mix in the eggs, then add the baking powder and semolina.
  • Stir to combine and then fold the orange pulp through the mixture.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and place in the oven.
  • Reduce the heat to 170°C after 10 minutes and bake for 40 more minutes.
  • Cool the cake in the tin before releasing with a knife and turning out.