Sicilian Orange Cake (Torta all'Arancia Siciliana)

Torta all'Arancia Siciliana, or Sicilian Orange Cake, is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of Sicilian cuisine with its vibrant citrus flavor. This moist and aromatic cake is a perfect way to showcase the sweet and tangy taste of Sicilian oranges.

Sicilian Orange Cake (Torta all'Arancia Siciliana)

Ingredients

  • 3 Sicilian oranges, zest and juice
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 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, beat the eggs and sugar until pale and creamy. Gradually add the olive oil while continuing to beat the mixture.
  3. Stir in the orange zest and juice.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Dust the top of the cake 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 Whisk or electric mixer Sifter Wire rack

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve slices of Torta all'Arancia Siciliana with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla gelato for a delightful dessert experience.

Tips & tricks

For the best flavor, use fresh and ripe Sicilian oranges for this recipe.

Cost

$10