The perfect combination of sweet and tart, this Orange Dreamsicle Pound cake is truly worthy of a special occasion. Served with fresh orange slices for garnish, or topped with a serving of fresh spring berries, this is a cake recipe you will want to make again and again!
Orange Dreamsicle Pound Cake
| Serves | 12 |
| Prep time | 30 minutes |
| Cook time | 1 hour, 10 minutes |
| Total time | 1 hour, 40 minutes |
| Meal type | Dessert |
A cake worthy of a special occasion, this Orange Dreamsicle Pound Cake is the perfect combination of tart and sweet. Garnish with orange slices, or serve with fresh spring berries.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 4 teaspoons orange zest (divided)
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest (divided)
- 1/4 cup fresh orange or lemon juice
- 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 4 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| Preheat oven to 325°. Cream butter and shortening together at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add granulated sugar, beating at medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating just until blended after each addition. | |
| Step 2 | |
| Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to butter mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Stir in 2 teaspoons orange zest, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, and 1/4 cup fresh orange or lemon juice. Pour batter into a greased and floured 10-inch (12-cup) Bundt pan. | |
| Step 3 | |
| Bake for 60 to 70 minutes or until a long wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack 10 minutes; remove from pan to wire rack, and cool completely. | |
| Step 4 | |
| For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, 4 teaspoons orange juice, vanilla, and remaining 2 teaspoons orange zest and 1 teaspoon lemon zest until smooth. If necessary, add more orange juice, 1/4 teaspoon at a time, until the glaze is a pouring consistency. Spoon over cake. Garnish with orange slices and powdered sugar, if desired. | |
This recipe is part of a festive spring hop taking place all week long with some very talented bloggers!
Be sure to visit Liz of Hoosier Homemade today who is also sharing a fantastic spring idea, and then venture over to explore all of the other marvelous ideas that have been shared so far this week…
- Marshmallow Peep Martinis at Mom Advice
- Chalkboard Crosses at The Pennington Point
- Egg Boats at Whipperberry
- Cadbury Creme Egg Stuffed Cookies at Buns in My Oven
The fun will last all week long, and will culminate with a spring link-up this Friday where you can share YOUR best spring ideas! I hope to see you all back here bright and early at 8 AM Central! 
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Amy @ Positively Splendid
Having grown up in a home brimming with sewing notions and paintbrushes, Amy has a deep love for all things creative. On any given day, you'll find her knee-deep in her latest creative endeavor, with projects ranging from sewing and crafts to home decor and kid-friendly ideas. Amy believes that everyone, regardless of skill level or experience, possesses the ability to create something beautiful, and Positively Splendid was born of her passion for helping others harness their innate creative potential.
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How beautiful is this cake? I can’t wait to try this recipe!! It looks so delicious!! xo
I’m gaining weight just reading the recipe! It looks wonderful. I will be making this for a special breakfast soon….yummo! Thanks Amy, Lisa~
Oooo, I can’t wait to try this!! Looks absolutely delicious!! Thanks for the recipe!!
This is a gorgeous cake!!!! I love citrus desserts!
Gorgeous, Amy! I’m definitely adding the recipe to my to-do list!
Thanks for joining us for the Spring Hop!
~Liz@HoosierHomemade