Golden Orange Crunch Cake Recipe

Name: Golden Orange Crunch Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups walnuts, finely chopped (I use my processor); ⅓ cup butter; ¾ cup fine dry breadcrumb; ½ cup firmly packed brown sugar; ¼ teaspoon cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon orange zest; 3 cups flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; ¾ cup butter, softened; 1 ¾ cups sugar; 1 tablespoon orange zest; 3 large eggs, well beaten; ½ cup undiluted evaporated milk; ½ cup fresh orange juice

Servings: persons

1 ½ cups walnuts, finely chopped (I use my processor)
⅓ cup butter
¾ cup fine dry breadcrumb
½ cup firmly packed brown sugar
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon orange zest
3 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup butter, softened
1 ¾ cups sugar
1 tablespoon orange zest
3 large eggs, well beaten
½ cup undiluted evaporated milk
½ cup fresh orange juice

1
Spray a 9-10 inch tube pan with removable bottom with pan-spray.
2
Set aside.
3
For topping; melt butter, stir in rest of ingredients and combine thoroughly.
4
Using back of spoon or spatula, press nut mixture firmly into an even layer on the bottom and about one inch up sides of the tube pan.
5
Set aside again.
6
For cake: sift flour, baking powder and salt together.
7
In large mixing bowl, cream butter, sugar and orange zest.
8
In another bowl, blend eggs, milk and orange juice.
9
Beating only until smooth after each addition, add dry ingredients in fourths, liquid in thirds to the creamed mixture.
10
Beat only until smooth (do not overbeat).
11
Pour into prepared pan.
12
Bake in preheated over at 375F for 55-60 minutes or until cake tests done.
13
Remove cake from oven and place on a cooking rack.
14
Allow cake to cool in pan for 30 minutes.
15
Loosen sides of cake by running a sharp knife around outer edges.
16
Cover cake with cake plate, carefully invert and remove pan, nudging removable bottom insert gently, if necessary.
17
Cool completely before cutting.

1645

kcal

Calories

Fat

198

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ½ cups walnuts, finely chopped (I use my processor), ⅓ cup butter, ¾ cup fine dry breadcrumb, ½ cup firmly packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Golden Orange Crunch Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Golden Orange Crunch Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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