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Orange Marmalade Drizzle Cake with Candied Oranges

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Orange Marmalade Drizzle Cake with Candied Oranges.

If you love the flavour of orange it's in every element of this cake from the edible decorations, the warm syrup oozing through every crumb and the marmalade stirred through the batter.

What's not to like?

A deliciously moist cake that is easy to make.

My husband dislikes any cake that is not naturally moist but this uses the syrup from making the candied oranges as the drizzle. Nothing goes to waste. Making the candied oranges at the same time as the cake means that the cake will quickly soak up the yummy syrup.

A deliciously moist cake that is easy to make.

I was given some lovely preserves as a present and one of them was orange marmalade with gin. The shreds of orange zest were really tangy so I thought they would go with a drizzle cake. Of course, you could use any marmalade or leave it out too. I used a standard Victoria sponge mix ratio and added a generous amount of marmalade to the mix. You could just grate some zest but this method is great for a store cupboard cake.

A deliciously moist cake that is easy to make.

I used seedless satsumas as I wanted an even pattern on the cake. You could change the recipe to use lemon and lime too or just leave out the decoration.  So, here's Orange Marmalade Drizzle Cake with Candied Oranges!

A deliciously moist cake that is easy to make.

This cake is delicious served warm from the oven. If you are feeling naughty you could add a dollop of cream or some custard. In the unlikely event of having any left over store it covered then warm a slice in the microwave for a treat!

A deliciously moist cake that is easy to make.

If you love drizzle cakes you might like my Lemon Drizzle Muffins.

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A deliciously moist cake that is easy to make.

Orange Marmalade Drizzle Cake with Candied Oranges

Amanda Wren-Grimwood
An easy to make cake enriched with marmalade, drizzled with orange syrup and decorated with edible candied orange. Delicious hot or cold with cream or custard or just on its own. 
5 from 10 votes
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine British
Servings 8
Calories 435 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the syrup and candied oranges

  • 3 mandarins sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
  • 175 g soft brown sugar
  • 175 ml water

For the cake

  • 170 g cooking spread
  • 170 g soft brown sugar
  • 170 g self raising flour
  • 3 medium eggs
  • extra spread for lining tin

Instructions
 

  • Grease a 19cm/71/2 inch springform cake tin and line the base and sides with baking parchment. Preheat the oven to 180 C.
  • Make the cake by creaming together the spread and sugar then add the eggs one at a time, beating in well.
  • Mix in the marmalade and fold in the flour.
  • Turn the mixture into the tin and bake for about 50 minutes until a skwewer comes out clean.
  • In the meantime put the orange slices in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to the boil and simmer for 3 minutes then carefully transfer the orange slices into iced water.
  • In a frying pan add the sugar, water and orange juice and gently heat until the sugar dissolves then add the orange slices in a single layer.
  • Leave the orange slices in the syrup until they are very soft, turning occasionally without boiling. This should take about 30-40 minutes.
  • When the cake is cooked remove the tin immediately and place on a plate with an edge. Use a skewer to poke holes then arrange the slices over the cake and pour the syrup all over.
Nutrition Facts
Orange Marmalade Drizzle Cake with Candied Oranges
Amount Per Serving (0 g)
Calories 435 Calories from Fat 171
% Daily Value*
Fat 19g29%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Cholesterol 107mg36%
Sodium 189mg8%
Potassium 169mg5%
Carbohydrates 62g21%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 45g50%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 855IU17%
Vitamin C 11mg13%
Calcium 66mg7%
Iron 0.8mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  1. Amanda

    Thanks Beth. It's really very orangey!

  2. Amanda

    Thanks Patty!

  3. Amanda

    Thanks Tracy. I'm glad you liked it!

  4. Amanda

    Thanks Jill. I hope you enjoy it.

  5. Jill

    5 stars
    Such a lovely looking cake. I'm impressed that it has so few ingredients. I'll have to try it!

  6. Tracy

    5 stars
    This cake was so good. Mine didn't turn out as pretty as yours, but it sure was tasty!

  7. Patty

    5 stars
    Orange is my favorite flavor in desserts, this cake looks so good with all these candied oranges, thanks for the recipe!

  8. Beth Neels

    5 stars
    I so want a piece of this delicious cake, I can not even express it in words! Orange is one of my favorite flavors for baked goods! I can't wait to try this! Thanks for the recipe, Amanda!

  9. Amanda

    Thanks Eden!

  10. Eden | Sweet Tea and Thyme

    5 stars
    Love a good citrus cake. This one looks gorgeous with those candied oranges!

  11. Amanda

    Thanks Alexis. I agree with you - the candied oranges really do make it look special!

  12. Alexis

    5 stars
    Oh this looks absolutely delicious! I've never thought to put candied oranges on the top of a cake but it's gorgeous!

  13. Amanda

    Thanks Geetha. I love orange in everything too. The candied oranges are so good and easy to do. In France it's popular to dip candied peel in chocolate, it's delicious!

  14. Amanda

    Thanks Julie. I love the candied oranges too... I ate the leftovers myself! I was really pleased with the orange colour as well.

  15. Amanda

    Thanks so much Megala. It's definitely scrumptious with all the oozy orangey syrup!

  16. Julie Wunder

    5 stars
    YOu had me at cake with candied oranges! What a gorgeous flavor combination. This cake is pretty enough for any holiday table! LOVE!

  17. Amanda

    Thanks Nicole! You are right, the smell of the oranges simmering in the pan is really Christmassy too. Maybe I should add some cinnamon next time as well!

  18. Nicole

    5 stars
    I do love orange flavoured desserts, and I can just imagine the beautiful citrus aroma wafting through the kitchen. I'd love to try this with a big scoop of ice cream!

  19. Geetha Priyanka

    5 stars
    Anything with orange is a win win dish at my home, I am sure this recipe too will enter the list. I am totally loving the idea of candied oranges....

  20. Megala

    5 stars
    Wow, gorgeous cake! Looks super soft, spongy & scrumptious!

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