Print

Ultimate Moist Orange Creamsicle Layer Cake

Close-up of a tall slice of Creamsicle Cake with four vibrant orange layers separated by thick white frosting.
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A moist layer cake recipe capturing the bright orange and sweet vanilla flavor of a classic Creamsicle treat, topped with a light, fluffy frosting.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Frosting: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix on low speed until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on medium speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. To make the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
  9. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until incorporated.
  10. Beat in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and orange extract until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  11. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of frosting on top. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the entire cake.

Notes

  • For extra orange flavor, use fresh-squeezed orange juice instead of bottled.
  • Chill the frosting for 15 minutes if you find it too soft to spread easily.
  • You can decorate the sides with orange sprinkles or candied orange slices.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://eatableempress.com/creamsicle-cake-ultimate-moist-orange-layer-cake/