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Nutritional Values
380kcal
6gProtein
56gCarbs
16gFat
1gFibre
120 gServing
* Per serving · 120 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥚 Eggs
🥛 Dairy
Orange Cake
How to order / say it
Say it
Portakal Keki — [pohr-tah-KAHL keh-kee]
Order
I'd like the orange cake, please.
Locally
Portakal keki alabilir miyim, lütfen?
Say locally
A moist and fragrant cake bursting with fresh orange flavor
Why try it?
This cake beautifully utilizes Antalya's booming citrus agriculture, specifically its renowned oranges. A vibrant part of local patisseries, it symbolizes the sweet zest that is characteristic of Antalya's innovative use of local produce.
How it tastes
The cake is light, fluffy, and exceptionally moist, infused with a vibrant orange aromathat saturates each slice. It's a sweet treat that's both refreshing and aromatic, ideal for afternoon tea.
Origin & History — first documented: 1985
Being a relatively modern creation of the late 20th century, this cake celebrates Antalya's famous citrus production. It's a beloved local innovation developed in homes and bakeries to maximize the utility of their abundant Orange crops.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g flour
- 🍯 150 g sugar
- 🥚 3 large eggs
- 🍋 2 tbsp orange zest
- 🍋 100 ml orange juice
- 🥛 100 g butter
- 🌾 1 tsp baking powder
- 🧂 1 pinch salt
Method
- 1 Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a cake tin.
- 2 Cream together butter and sugar; add beaten eggs.
- 3 Mix in orange zest, juice, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 4 Pour into the tin and bake for 35 minutes, or until done.
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