Dairy-Free Zesty Orange Cake

Indulge in the bright flavors of this Dairy-Free Zesty Orange Cake, a wonderfully moist and citrusy dessert that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of freshly squeezed orange juice and vibrant orange zest with a light, fluffy texture made entirely without dairy—perfect for those with dietary restrictions. Thanks to the addition of apple cider vinegar, almond milk, and a touch of vanilla, this cake achieves a tender crumb while staying entirely vegan-friendly. Quick to prepare in under an hour, it uses pantry staples like all-purpose flour (with a gluten-free option) and neutral oil, making it as convenient as it is delicious. Serve this delight with a simple dusting of powdered sugar for an effortlessly elegant finish, and watch it become a crowd favorite. Perfect for a light dessert, tea-time treat, or celebratory centerpiece!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour (can substitute with gluten-free flour if needed)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.5 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any other dairy-free milk)
• 0.25 cups neutral oil (such as vegetable or canola oil)
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the orange juice, orange zest, almond milk, oil, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a whisk or spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar, if desired, before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(868.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2367.1

Total Fat 63.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2210.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 432.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 232.3g
Protein 27.8g	0%

Vitamin D 50IU	0%
Calcium 293.4mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 754.2mg	0%

*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: 23.7%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 71.7%