Orange Beet Cake

Brighten your dessert table with this Orange Beet Cake, a stunning fusion of earthy beets and zesty citrus flavors. This one-of-a-kind cake is naturally tinted a gorgeous pink thanks to freshly grated beets, while freshly squeezed orange juice and fragrant orange zest deliver a burst of sunny flavor in every bite. Enhanced with a hint of warm cinnamon, this moist and tender cake offers a unique, wholesome twist to your typical dessert repertoire. Perfect for brunch, celebratory gatherings, or as an impressive everyday treat, it can be dusted with powdered sugar or paired with whipped cream for an extra indulgence. Ready in just an hour, this vibrant cake is as easy to make as it is to devour!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 medium Beets, raw and peeled
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.5 cup Orange juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 3 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

Grate the peeled beets using a box grater or food processor, and set aside. You should have about 1 cup of grated beets.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, beating on low speed until just combined.

Step 7

Fold in the grated beets until evenly distributed throughout the batter. The batter will have a vibrant pink color.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Optional: Dust the top of the cooled cake with powdered sugar before serving for a decorative touch.

Step 12

Slice and serve the cake as is, or pair it with whipped cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1298.2 grams (1298.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3760

Total Fat 162.40g	208%
Saturated Fat 96.00g	480%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 946mg	315%
Sodium 1672mg	73%
Total Carbohydrate 545.30g	198%
Dietary Fiber 17.30g	62%
Total Sugars 345.10g
Protein 49.80g	100%

Vitamin D 120IU	600%
Calcium 247mg	19%
Iron 17mg	95%
Potassium 1675mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.0%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 56.8%