Pioneer-Style Orange Cake Recipe

Name: Pioneer-Style Orange Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Orange Cake; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, very soft; 3/4 cup sugar; 2 teaspoons orange zest; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Orange Cream Cheese Frosting; 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 1 cup confectioners sugar; 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1/3 cup sour cream

Servings: persons

Orange Cake
1/2 cup unsalted butter, very soft
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons orange zest
2 eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Orange Cream Cheese Frosting
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 cup confectioners sugar
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/3 cup sour cream

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter an 8 inch baking pan.
2
Beat the butter, sugar, and orange zest in a large bowl until creamy. Use an electric mixer if you have one.
3
Add eggs one at a time, then the sour cream and orange juice followed by the dry ingredients mixing until just combined.
4
Pour mixture into prepared pan and bake in the center of the oven for 30-35 minutes.
5
Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto serving plate.
6
Beat the cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer if you're lucky enough to have one, if you're not, have courage, the job can still be done.
7
Add the sugar, the orange juice, and vanilla, then the sour cream. Cover and refrigerate until firm enough to spread on cake. About 10 minutes.

1183

kcal

Calories

Fat

131

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Orange Cake, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, very soft, 3/4 cup sugar, 2 teaspoons orange zest, and more.

Yes, Pioneer-Style Orange 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.

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Pioneer-Style Orange Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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