Soft Orange Cake with Curd: A Fresh and Delicious Dessert: Imagine a dessert that combines the softness of sponge cake with the lively aroma of orange, accompanied by a rich and creamy curd. The Soft Orange Cake with Curd is perfect for a summer dessert that surprises with its simplicity and elegance. Easy to prepare thanks to the Thermomix, but also suitable for those who prefer a traditional method. Let yourself be captivated by the fresh and aromatic flavors of this cake that will be a hit on any special occasion.
- Difficulty: Medium
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 8
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 200 ml orange
- 4 eggs
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsps corn starch
- 1 tsp baking powder (for desserts)
- 2 tbsps vegetable oil
- 1 vanilla (seeds from one pod)
- 1 egg
- 3 1/2 tbsps butter (in pieces)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 orange zest (grated)
Steps
Preparation of the orange: Peel the orange, removing the white part, and squeeze the juice. In the Thermomix bowl, grind the zest for 10 seconds at speed 10, then set aside.
Preparation of the eggs: Place the butterfly attachment in the bowl, add eggs, salt, and sugar. Heat for 10 minutes at 113°F, speed 4, then whisk for another 5 minutes at speed 4.
Mix: Add flour, corn starch, baking powder, vanilla, vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon of orange juice, and 2/3 of the grated zest. Mix for 5 seconds at speed 3.
Mix with a spatula to remove lumps and pour into the lined cake tin.
Baking: Bake at 338°F for 30 minutes. Do the toothpick test: if dry, the cake is ready. Let cool.Preparation of the curd: In the clean bowl, cook the orange juice, zest, egg, butter, and sugar for 18 minutes at 194°F, speed 2. Blend for 15 seconds at speed 8.
Serving: Unmold the cake, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and serve with the curd.Preparation of the orange: Grate the zest and squeeze the juice. Set aside.
Preparation of the eggs: In a bowl, beat the eggs with salt and sugar until light and fluffy.
Mix: Sift the flour, corn starch, and baking powder, then add to the egg mixture along with the vanilla extract, oil, juice, and orange zest. Mix gently.
Baking: Pour the batter into a lined cake tin and bake in a preheated oven at 338°F for 30 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick.
Preparation of the curd: In a saucepan, cook over medium heat the orange juice, zest, egg, butter, and sugar, stirring constantly until a smooth and thick cream is obtained.
Serving: Once ready, unmold the cake and serve with the orange curd.
Store the Soft Orange Cake with Curd in the refrigerator, covered, for 2-3 days. The curd can be prepared in advance and kept in an airtight jar in the fridge for a week. The cake is perfect when served cold with a generous portion of curd.
For a lighter version, you can substitute the butter in the curd with coconut oil, resulting in a more exotic cream. Add a pinch of cinnamon or cardamom to enrich the flavor.
The Soft Orange Cake with Curd is a fresh and delicious dessert, easy to prepare both with and without Thermomix.
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FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I prepare the orange curd in advance?
Yes, the curd can be prepared up to a week in advance and stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
