Retro Orange Kiss Me Cake

Step back in time with this delightful Retro Orange Kiss Me Cake, a nostalgic dessert bursting with vibrant citrus and warm, spiced flavors. Featuring a whole orange—peel and all—blended with sweet raisins and crunchy walnuts, this vintage-inspired cake boasts a moist texture and irresistible flavor profile, thanks to buttermilk and subtle hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. Its easy-to-follow preparation involves simple pantry staples, making it perfect for any occasion. Serve it with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of orange glaze for an elegant finishing touch. Ideal for gatherings or afternoon tea, this cake is a timeless classic that will charm your taste buds with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 whole (seeded and chopped, with peel) Orange
• 1 cup Raisins
• 0.5 cup (chopped) Walnuts
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 3 tablespoons (softened) Butter
• 0.5 cup Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the chopped orange (with peel), raisins, and walnuts. Blend until the mixture is finely chopped but not pureed. Set this mixture aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.

Step 5

Add the egg to the butter and sugar mixture and beat until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently to combine after each addition.

Step 7

Fold the orange-raisin-walnut mixture into the batter, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

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 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Optionally, dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple orange glaze before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1018.8 grams (1018.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3068

Total Fat 88.60g	114%
Saturated Fat 27.80g	139%
Polyunsaturated Fat 31.70g
Cholesterol 332mg	111%
Sodium 1769mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 542.60g	197%
Dietary Fiber 22.10g	79%
Total Sugars 324.50g
Protein 51.40g	103%

Vitamin D 124IU	620%
Calcium 448mg	34%
Iron 17mg	96%
Potassium 2198mg	47%

*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: 25.1%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 68.4%