Citrus Zing

Full Ingredients

For the Citrus Cake Base:

• Dry Ingredients:
  • All-purpose flour
  • Baking powder
  • Granulated sugar
  • A pinch of salt
• Wet Ingredients:
  • Eggs
  • Whole milk (or buttermilk for tanginess)
  • Unsalted butter (softened)
  • Fresh orange juice and zest
  • Lemon juice and zest
  • Vanilla extract

For the Citrus Buttercream Frosting:

• Unsalted butter (softened)
• Powdered sugar
• Heavy cream (to adjust consistency)
• Orange and lemon zest
• Fresh orange juice

Optional Garnishes:

• Thin slices of candied orange or lemon
• A light dusting of powdered sugar
• Edible flowers (like marigolds or pansies)