Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup orange juice
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 2 cups marshmallow fluff
Special Equipment Needed:
- 9-inch round cake pans
- Electric mixer
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottom of each pan with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract, orange juice, and buttermilk.
5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the orange zest.
7. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
9. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
10. Once the cakes are cooled, spread the marshmallow fluff in between the two layers.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: 12
Nutritional Information: TBD
Substitutions for Ingredients
- Unsalted butter can be substituted with salted butter, but reduce the amount of salt in the recipe.
- Buttermilk can be substituted with regular milk.
- Orange juice can be substituted with lemon juice.
Variations:
- Substitute the orange zest with lemon zest for a lemon creamsicle cake.
- Substitute the marshmallow fluff with cream cheese frosting for a cream cheese orange creamsicle cake.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy for a light and fluffy cake.
- Make sure to not overmix the batter to prevent a dense cake.
Storage Instructions:
Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the cake in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
Presentation Ideas:
- Decorate the cake with orange slices, whipped cream, and sprinkles.
- Serve the cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Garnishes:
- Orange slices
- Whipped cream
- Sprinkles
Pairings:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Fresh fruit
- Hot chocolate
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fruit salad
- Roasted vegetables
- Green salad
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the cake is too dense, make sure to not overmix the batter.
- If the cake is too dry, make sure to not overbake the cake.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients.
- Make sure to store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Food History:
Creamsicles are a popular frozen treat that originated in the United States in the 1920s. The original creamsicle was a vanilla ice cream bar coated in orange flavored ice.
Flavor Profiles:
This cake has a sweet and citrusy flavor with a creamy marshmallow filling.
Serving Suggestions:
This cake is best served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and fresh fruit.
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Taste: Sweet, Citrusy, Creamy, Marshmallowy