16 sensational orange cake recipes

This delicious recipe uses yoghurt and almond meal to create moist, fluffy cakes that are perfected with the orange, honey and cardamom syrup that’s spooned over the top

This true orange-flavoured treat is easy to make. Cranberry and orange is a flavour match made in heaven.Photography by Todd Eyre.

This moist and tangy cake is a version of a cake by one of my favourite food writers, Diana Henry. Delightfully zingy and topped with a gorgeous orange and pomegranate syrup, this recipe is always a winner!

Syrup cakes are popular in many parts of the world, using local spices or fruit to add moisture and flavour. This orange flavoured gluten free version is light and delicious. Enjoy it on its own or with a little whipped cream.

This ruffle cake with tamarillo and orange is easy to make and magical in its crunchy and soft custardy texture. Paired with tamarillo, it’s perfect for dessert.

Butterfly cakes are a classic plate at kids’ parties. This recipe updates a simple packet cake mix with orange zest, and the little cakes are topped with strawberries for a special finish.

Nici Wickes highlights just how good orange and choc are together in this recipe. Using almond meal and flour ensures a moist cake that stores well. Adding chocolate takes it from loaf to super-loaf!

This indulgent cake is every chocolate lover’s dream. Filled with a delicious combination of orange marmalade and mascarpone and topped with ganache and chocolate shavings, it’s a dessert that everyone will adore.

For a delightful afternoon treat, serve this cake with butter for spreading and a pot of tea.

Place sultanas in large colander; wash under running water until water runs clear and sultanas are plump; drain well (step 3). Remove rind from oranges with a zester (glacé orange rind). Note

This orange version of pineapple upside-down cake is lovely – syrupy, sweet and satisfying.

A thick wedge of this zesty cake goes perfectly with a hot cup of tea.