Maria Luisa (Salvadoran Layer Cake) Recipe

Name: Maria Luisa (Salvadoran Layer Cake)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, at room temperature; 1 1/4 cups sugar; 1 tablespoon orange zest; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 6 eggs, at room temperature; 1 1/2 cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 cup orange juice; 1 cup orange marmalade; 1/3 cup powdered sugar

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Grease and flour three cake pans. Sift together flour and baking powder.
2
In a mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar together on medium-high speed until fluffy and light, about 3-5 minutes. Add orange zest and vanilla and beat in 15 seconds more.
3
With mixer at medium speed, add one egg at a time, letting each egg incorporate before adding the next.
4
Turn mixer to medium-low. Add flour in three parts, alternating with the orange juice until smooth. Don't overbeat.
5
Spoon equal parts of batter into the three cake pans. Bake for about 25 minutes. Remove cakes and cool completely.
6
Mix the marmalade with a little water and stir till almost pourable. Spread half the marmalade over one of the layers. Add the next layer on top and spread with the other half of the marmalade. Top with the last layer.
7
Sprinkle the cake with powdered sugar through a sieve and serve.

1108

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

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.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, at room temperature, 1 1/4 cups sugar, 1 tablespoon orange zest, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and more.

Yes, Maria Luisa (Salvadoran Layer 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!

Maria Luisa (Salvadoran Layer Cake)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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