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Creamsicle Snack Cake Recipe

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This Creamsicle Snack Cake combines the bright, zesty flavors of fresh orange with a moist, tender cake base and a smooth vanilla cream glaze. It's a delightful treat that captures the nostalgic taste of a creamsicle in an easy-to-make, shareable cake perfect for snack time or dessert.

Ingredients

Cake

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh grated orange zest
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste

Vanilla Cream Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla bean paste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F. Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan using a nonstick baking spray to ensure the cake doesn't stick.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a small bowl, sift or whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda until evenly combined.
  3. Combine sugar and orange zest: In a large bowl, stir the granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of fresh grated orange zest together with a fork until well mixed and fragrant.
  4. Add wet ingredients for cake batter: To the sugar and zest mixture, whisk in the melted butter until smooth. Next, add the eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Then stir in the plain Greek yogurt and vanilla bean paste to form a smooth batter.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix to keep the cake tender. Pour the batter into the prepared 9x9 inch pan, spreading it evenly.
  6. Bake the cake: Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 32 minutes or until the cake is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan.
  7. Prepare vanilla cream glaze: While the cake cools, whisk together powdered sugar, heavy cream (start with 1 tablespoon), fresh orange juice, freshly grated orange zest, and vanilla bean paste in a bowl until smooth and pourable. If the glaze is too thick, add orange juice 1 teaspoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. If too thin, add more powdered sugar gradually.
  8. Glaze the cake: Once the cake has completely cooled, drizzle the vanilla cream glaze evenly over the top. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to spread the glaze and cover the surface fully.
  9. Set and serve: Let the cake sit for about 10 minutes to allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving. Enjoy this creamsicle-inspired snack cake fresh for best flavor and texture!

Notes

  • Make sure the melted butter is cooled before adding it to eggs to prevent curdling.
  • Use fresh orange zest and juice for the best citrus flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and tender.
  • If you want a stronger orange flavor, feel free to add extra zest to the glaze.
  • Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute the butter with coconut oil, Greek yogurt with almond or coconut yogurt, and heavy cream with a non-dairy milk thickened with powdered sugar.

Find it online: https://recipeplenty.com/creamsicle-snack-cake-recipe/