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Eggless Whole Wheat Orange Cake

Niranjana Sankaranarayanan
Eggless Whole Wheat Orange Cake is a moist, fluffy, and naturally flavoured cake that combines the goodness of whole wheat with the zesty freshness of oranges. This healthier dessert option is perfect for those who enjoy baking with wholesome ingredients without compromising on taste. Ideal for tea-time snacks, festive treats, or as a guilt-free dessert, this cake is a must-try for home bakers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Cake, Dessert
Cuisine Indian
Servings 13 Orange cake slices
Calories 177 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 OTG
  • 1 Juicer

Ingredients
  

Dry ingredients

  • 1 Cup Whole Wheat flour
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • A pinch Salt
  • 1 tbsp Corn flour
  • 2 tbsp Cranberry

Wet ingredients

  • 1 Cup Orange juice
  • 1/2 Cup Sugar
  • 1/4 Cup Oil
  • 1/2 tbsp Orange zest

Instructions
 

Extract Fresh Orange Juice

  • Take fresh oranges and extract the juice. Avoid adding any extra water to the juice to maintain the natural citrus flavor.

Prepare Orange Zest

  • Gently shred the orange peel using a zester or grater to obtain the orange zest. This will infuse the cake with a refreshing citrus aroma.

Mix Wet Ingredients

  • In a mixing bowl, combine oil and sugar. Whisk them together until the sugar dissolves completely.
  • Add the freshly extracted orange juice and orange zest to the mixture. Stir well to combine.

Sift Dry Ingredients

  • In a separate bowl, sift together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and corn flour. This ensures a smooth and lump-free batter.

Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

  • Gradually fold the sifted dry ingredients into the wet mixture using the cut-and-fold method. This helps retain the batter's lightness.

Prepare the Cranberries

  • Dust the dried cranberries with a teaspoon of wheat flour to prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the cake.
  • Gently fold the cranberries into the batter.

Prepare the Baking Pan

  • Grease a baking pan with oil and line it with butter paper to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and tap it gently to level the surface.

Bake the Cake

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) for 3 minutes.
  • Place the pan in the oven and bake the cake at 180°C for 35–40 minutes.
  • Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.

Cool and Unmold the Cake

  • Remove the pan from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely.
  • Once cooled, invert the pan onto a plate and gently tap to release the cake.

Slice and Serve

  • Slice the cake into desired portions and serve. Enjoy the zesty, wholesome flavours of your homemade Eggless Whole Wheat Orange Cake!
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