Orange Cake

Preparation :15 mins
Cook :0 mins
Total Time :55 mins
Servings :Makes 1 loaf (12 slices) (12 slice )

Ingredients :

1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 tsp orange essence
few drops of orange colour
1 1/2 tsp orange rind
1/2 cup soft butter
1/2 cup condensed milk
1 1/4 cups plain flour (maida)
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda

Method :

Combine the butter and the condensed milk in a deep bowl, mix well using a spatula.
Add the orange essence, orange colour and orange rind and mix well.
Add the plain flour, baking powder, baking soda and orange juice and mix well.
Pour the batter into a greased and dusted 175mm. (7”) rectangle aluminium loaf tin and tap it lightly. Bake in a pre-heated oven at 180°c ( 360°f ) for 35 minutes.
Cool slightly, loosen the sides with the help of a knife and demould it.Cut the cake into 13 mm. ( ½“) slices.
Serve immediately or store in an air-tight container.