orange layer cake

How To Make orange layer cake

• 1

  In a large bowl, cream the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
• 2

  Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in orange peel.
• 3

  Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with water and orange juice, beating well after each addition
• 4

  Pour into 2 greased and floured 9" round baking pans. Bake at 350* for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely
• 5

  In a small saucepan, combine the flour and milk until smooth. Bring to boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thick.
• 6

  Remove from the heat; cool to lukewarm.
• 7

  In a small bowl, cream the shortening, sugar and salt until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Add cooled milk mixture; beat on high speed for 5 minutes or until fluffy.
• 8

  Remove about 2/3 cup; fold in nuts. Spread between cake layers. Gradually add confectioners sugar to remaining filling; beat until fluffy. Frost top and sides of cake
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