Orange Bundt Cake

Here is the recipe for a delicious Italian-style orange bundt cake.

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• 250 g sugar
• 100 ml vegetable oil
• The grated zest of 1 orange (organic, if possible)
• 160 ml fresh orange juice
• 300 g all-purpose flour
• 1 packet baking powder
• A pinch of salt
• Powdered sugar (optional, for decorating)

Preparation

1. In a bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until you obtain a light and fluffy mixture.
2. Add the oil in a steady stream while continuing to mix.
3. Incorporate the grated orange zest and the fresh orange juice into the mixture.
4. In another bowl, sift the flour with the baking powder and the pinch of salt.
5. Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, stirring gently to avoid lumps.
6. Pour the batter into a bundt pan that has been previously buttered and floured.
7. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C for about 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
8. Remove the bundt cake from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.
9. Once cooled, you can dust the surface with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness and a more elegant presentation.

Fun Facts

This bundt cake is extremely versatile: it can be enjoyed for breakfast soaked in milk or coffee, or as an afternoon snack. It also lends itself to variations: try adding chocolate chips or chopped dried fruit to the batter for a special touch.