Lemon Orange Cake Tips
What makes a cake fluffy?
To achieve a perfectly fluffy cake, be precise with the first step—
creaming butter and sugar. Creaming traps air in the batter, that, while baking, expands and gives the cake its fluffiness and height. Another easy trick for fluffy cakes is to use cake flour instead of all-purpose flour. Cake flour is finely milled and has a low protein content—around eight percent—which is perfect for making cakes with a tender and delicate crumb.
Here’s a breakdown of the different types of flour. What are the secrets to a moist cake?
No one ever made baking history with a dry, dense cake. Set yourself up for success by using room temperature ingredients. This step will give you the best rise and most even mixing. You should also take care to precisely measure (or weigh) your ingredients. Adding too much flour, for example, can cause a dry cake.
Here’s the proper way to weigh ingredients when baking. And finally, don’t overbake. Baking a cake for too long or at too high a temperature will result in a dry cake.
What else can I do with lots of oranges?
Oranges make for a light, citrusy dessert perfect for winter and warm-weather seasons alike. Try them in these other vibrant
orange recipes.
Research contributed by Amy Glander, Taste of Home Book Editor
Nutrition Facts
1 slice: 740 calories, 29g fat (16g saturated fat), 151mg cholesterol, 465mg sodium, 114g carbohydrate (86g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.