Dubrovnik Orange Cake (Dubrovačka torta od naranče)

Dubrovačka torta od naranče, or Dubrovnik Orange Cake, is a delightful dessert that originates from the beautiful coastal city of Dubrovnik in Croatia. This moist and flavorful cake is infused with the bright and citrusy flavors of oranges, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.

Dubrovnik Orange Cake (Dubrovačka torta od naranče)

Ingredients

  • 4 large oranges, zest and juice
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup ground almonds
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract.
  3. Combine the flour and baking powder; gently fold into the wet ingredients. Fold in the ground almonds until well combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
  7. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
280 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
3g
Fat
15g

Supplies

9-inch round cake pan Mixing bowls Electric mixer Wire rack

Tools

Oven Mixing spoon Measuring cups and spoons Zester

Serving suggestions

Serve the Dubrovnik Orange Cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.

Tips & tricks

For an extra burst of citrus flavor, you can add a drizzle of orange syrup on top of the cake before dusting with powdered sugar.

Cost

$10