Orange Cake | Ramadan Special | Afghan Cake | Sarah Zafar

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while maintaining flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

almond extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: none

Vanilla extract is more common and still flavorful.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: regular sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

In a bowl, beat the eggs nicely.

Add in the sugar, melted butter, and milk, then mix well.

Add the freshly squeezed orange juice and orange zest, and mix again.

Add the dry ingredients: baking powder and flour, and mix until you have a smooth batter.

If the batter is too thick, add a little more milk; if it's too runny, add some more flour.

Prepare a baking dish for bread or a loaf by spraying it with baking oil and lining it with parchment paper.

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Bake at 350°F for 25 to 30 minutes, checking for doneness.

Once the cake is ready, let it cool down.

Sprinkle powdered sugar on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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