Orange Birthday Cake Bars

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Indulge your taste buds with Orange Birthday Cake Bars
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/4 cups cake flour ( or just sift white flour )
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter , room temperature
3 ounces cream cheese , room temperature
1 3/4 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
4 large eggs , room temperature
1 cup sifted confectioners ' sugar ( powdered sugar )
4 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted
3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 pinch salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
358
Sugar
39g
Fat
16g
Looking for a deliciously different way to celebrate a birthday or serve a sweet treat to your guests? Look no further than Orange Birthday Cake Bars! These moist, fluffy bars are made with fresh orange zest, giving them a light citrus flavor that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're an avid baker or just looking to try something new and exciting in the kitchen, these bars are easy to make and sure to impress. Make these bars ahead of time and store them in an airtight container for a quick and easy dessert option throughout the week!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2.In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3.In a large bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until creamy. Add sugar, vanilla, and orange zest, and beat until light and fluffy.
4.Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually fold in flour mixture until just combined.
5.Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6.While the cake is cooling, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together confectioners' sugar, melted butter, orange juice, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.
7.Pour glaze over the cooled cake and spread evenly. Let the glaze set before cutting and serving.

PROS

Orange Birthday Cake Bars are a great dessert option for any occasion, whether it’s for a birthday or just for a sweet treat.

The light, fluffy texture combined with the sweet and tangy orange glaze makes for a delightful taste.

CONS

These bars can be high in sugar and fat, so should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Also, the preparation and baking time can be slightly longer than some other dessert recipes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These cake bars may not be the healthiest dessert option, but they do provide a good source of carbohydrates and a little extra protein from the eggs present in the recipe.
Also, the orange zest in the cake can help to boost immunity and improve digestion.

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