Orange Cake

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 large eggs
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. 2In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. 3In another bowl, beat eggs, then add oil, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract.
4. 4Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. 5Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. 6Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. 7Optionally, top with orange glaze or dust with powdered sugar before serving.