Orange Chiffon Cake With Orange Glaze Recipe

This unbelievably light and airy Orange Chiffon Cake is a holiday masterpiece! The secret? Room temperature egg whites for maximum volume and a vibrant orange glaze that takes it to the next level. Prepare to be amazed by the highest, fluffiest chiffon cake you've ever tasted! Perfect for special occasions or a delightful weekend treat.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 433.8 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Orange Chiffon Cake With Orange Glaze

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How to Make Orange Chiffon Cake With Orange Glaze

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Prepare an ungreased 10-inch tube pan.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 4 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  4. Add in ¾ cup vegetable oil, 6 large egg yolks, ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice, ½ cup water, 2 tablespoons orange zest, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and no sugar granules remain.
  6. In a separate large bowl, beat 6 large room temperature egg whites until frothy. Add 1 teaspoon cream of tartar and continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  7. Gently fold the egg whites into the flour mixture in three additions, being careful not to deflate the egg whites.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared tube pan.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Immediately invert the pan onto a wire rack and let the cake cool completely upside down (this prevents the cake from collapsing).
  11. Once cooled, run a thin knife around the edges of the pan to release the cake. Invert onto a serving plate.
  12. **For the Orange Glaze:**
  13. In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice, and 1 tablespoon orange zest until smooth. Add more orange juice if needed to reach desired consistency.
  14. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

222g

Fat

13g

Carbs

24g