The soft orange treats are the ideal homemade snack when we want something genuine, fragrant, and ready in a few minutes. They are very soft, moist, and light, perfect for taking to school, work, or enjoying during a tea break. I prepare them as single servings, using silicone molds in the shape of mini donut rings, but muffin liners or a small rectangular pan work just as well.
The dough is very simple: it starts from my base of the classic cake and is prepared in less than five minutes, just enough time to mix everything in a bowl. Baking is very quick, and in about 20 minutes, you will have golden, orange-scented treats that stay soft for days if stored in a lidded box. An easy, familiar recipe perfect for those who love to carry a homemade, healthy, and flavorful snack.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 15 treats
- Cooking methods: Oven, Electric oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 125 g sugar
- 90 g vegetable oil
- 2 oranges (for juicing)
- 175 g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 packet baking powder
- powdered sugar (for serving)
Tools
- 1 Electric whisk
- 15 Molds
Preparation
In a bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until you get a light and frothy mixture.
Add the grated orange zest and the strained juice of the two oranges. Continue mixing with the electric whisks.
Drizzle in the vegetable oil, blending until combined.
Add the flour sifted with the baking powder and mix until you obtain a smooth, lump-free batter.
Pour the batter into silicone molds (no need to butter them) or muffin liners.
Bake in a pre-heated oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, until the treats are puffed and golden brown.
Let them cool completely before removing from the molds.
Before serving, I recommend a light sprinkle of powdered sugar.
NOTES
Soft, quick, and very fragrant: these orange treats are the ideal homemade snack idea that stays soft for days. An easy recipe to save and remake every time we have fresh oranges in the kitchen.
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FAQ
Can I use ready-made orange juice?
It’s better to use fresh juice because it makes the treats more fragrant and natural. In case of necessity, you can use 100% orange juice without added sugars.
Can they be frozen?
Yes, you can freeze them once completely cooled. Just let them thaw at room temperature to have soft treats as if freshly made.
