Orange and Cardamom Slice

Orange and Cardamom Slice

Ingredients:

For the Cake Base:

• 1 cup (200g) caster sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup (125ml) vegetable oil
• 1 cup (250ml) freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
• 2 cups (300g) self-raising flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• A pinch of salt

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup (120g) icing sugar
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

Method:

1. Preheat and Prepare:

   • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
   • Line a rectangular baking tin (approximately 20x30cm) with baking paper.

2. Prepare the Cake Batter:

   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the sugar and eggs together until light and fluffy.
   • Gradually add the oil while continuing to beat the mixture.
   • Add the orange juice and zest, and mix until well combined.
   • Sift together the flour, cardamom, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

3. Bake:

   • Pour the batter into the prepared baking tin and spread it out evenly.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Allow the cake to cool completely in the tin.

4. Prepare the Glaze:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together the icing sugar, orange juice, and cardamom until smooth.
   • Once the cake is cool, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top.

5. Serve:

   • Once the glaze has set, cut the cake into slices.
   • Serve and enjoy the delightful combination of orange and cardamom flavors!