Description

A light and fluffy Creamsicle Cake combining the bright citrus flavor of orange with the sweet comfort of vanilla, topped with a smooth orange cream glaze. This easy one-bowl cake is perfect for warm-weather gatherings or a nostalgic treat.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup coconut sugar or regular sugar

1/4 cup coconut oil or vegetable oil

3/4 cup orange juice (fresh or bottled)

1/4 cup plain yogurt (dairy or non-dairy)

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

1 tablespoon orange zest

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or white vinegar

1/2 cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons orange juice

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon dairy-free cream cheese or regular cream cheese (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
In a separate bowl, mix the oil, orange juice, yogurt, vanilla extract, and orange zest until smooth.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
Add the vinegar and give the batter a final gentle stir.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing.
To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, vanilla, and cream cheese (if using) until smooth and pourable. Adjust consistency with more juice or sugar if needed.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and garnish with orange zest or slices if desired.

Notes

Use blood orange or tangerine juice for a flavor variation.

Add extra vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste for more vanilla flavor.

Double the recipe for a layered cake with frosting between layers.

Fold in white chocolate chips or shredded coconut for added texture.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.

Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 10–15 seconds to soften the glaze.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 210
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg