41 Best Orange Dessert Recipes for Citrus Season

When you want a dependable set of recipes without searching through dozens of pages, this collection brings the ideas together in one place. The recipes are arranged in a new order, and each entry includes ingredients and step-by-step instructions so you can choose what fits your kitchen and schedule.


1. Orange Berry Panna Cotta Tart

Orange Berry Panna Cotta Tart is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Ingredients

  • Crust:
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • Panna cotta filling:
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons gelatin powder (or 2 sheets)
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • Topping:
  • 1 cup mixed berries, sliced
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice

Instructions

  1. 1. Prepare crust by mixing crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into a 6-inch tart pan. Bake 8 minutes and cool.
  2. 2. Bloom gelatin in cold water for 5 minutes.
  3. 3. In a saucepan, heat cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla until just hot.
  4. 4. Remove from heat; stir in gelatin until fully dissolved.
  5. 5. Pour filling into crust and refrigerate until set, about 2–3 hours.
  6. 6. Top with berries, orange zest, and a drizzle of orange juice before serving.
  7. 7. Slice into 8 thin wedges to serve.

2. Orange Fluff Salad

Orange Fluff Salad is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Total: PT40M · Yield: [‘8’, ‘8 servings’]

Orange Fluff Salad: This creamy, fluffy dessert salad is a no-bake recipe made with just 5 ingredients: jello, pudding mix, whipped topping, mandarin orange, mini marshmallows and an optional secret ingredient!

Ingredients

  • 3 ounces orange flavored gelatin (one box)
  • 1 ½ cups boiling water
  • 3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix (one box)
  • 8 ounces whipped topping (thawed)
  • 30 ounces cans mandarin oranges (drained – or more/less if you prefer.)
  • 2 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 1 cup small curd cottage cheese (if desired)

Instructions

  1. First, pour the 3 ounce box of orange flavored gelatin into a large mixing bowl. Pour 1 ½ cups of boiling water over the gelatin and whisk it until the crystals have dissolved (about 1-3 minutes). Place the bowl in the refrigerator to chill for 15 minutes or until it is cold. (Not set where it is thick jello… but just chilled/cold/no longer hot.)
  2. Next, remove the bowl from the refrigerator. Add the 3.4 oz. packet of instant vanilla pudding mix and whisk until fully incorporated. Return the bowl to the refrigerator to chill for 20 minutes or until it has fully chilled.
  3. Now, remove the bowl from the refrigerator and use a spatula to fold in the 8 ounces of thawed whipped topping.
  4. Finally, add two 15 ounce cans of mandarin oranges (or less if you prefer) that have been drained and 2 cups of mini marshmallows and mix them into the fluff mixture gently.
  5. If adding in cottage cheese, pour in to the mixture and stir to combine.
  6. Serve chilled and garnish the orange salad with additional mini marshmallows and mandarin orange slices.

3. Orange White Chocolate Chip Cookies

Orange White Chocolate Chip Cookies is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT11M · Cook: PT9M · Yield: [’10’]

Soft and Chewy Orange Creamsicle Cookies made with fresh orange zest and juice and white chocolate chips. This Orange White Chocolate Cookie recipe is the perfect orange cookie.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Butter ((softened))
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 Tablespoon Orange Zest
  • 1 Tablespoon Orange Juice
  • 1 1/2 cups Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 1/4 cups White Chocolate Chips
  • Orange Food Coloring ((optional))
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Orange Extract ((optional))

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 385 degrees. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and sugar for 4 minutes, or until light and fluffy.
  2. Add egg, orange zest, and orange juice for 1 minute longer. If you are adding orange extract or orange food coloring, add it to the dough now.
  3. Fold in flour, baking soda, and salt. Don’t overmix once you add the dry ingredients or it will produce too much gluten in the dough. Fold in 1 cup of white chocolate chips, reserving 1/4 cup for topping the cookies once you remove them from the oven.
  4. Scoop the dough onto parchment paper lined, light-colored baking sheets, spaced at least two inches apart. Bake for 8-9 minutes. DO NOT overbake the cookies as they will continue to bake once they are removed from the oven.
  5. For more gourmet cookies, place several white chocolate chips on top of the cookies, once you remove them from the oven. Let set up on a baking sheet for 3-4 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

4. Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

Chocolate Orange Cheesecake is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT40M · Total: PT220M · Yield: [’12’]

This creamy, dreamy recipe for Chocolate Orange Cheesecake features a silky-smooth chocolatey filling with a burst of naturally zesty orange flavor nestled on top of a crunchy, buttery Oreo cookie crust. YUM!

Ingredients

  • 16 original oreos or oreo style cookies
  • 60 g vegan butter
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • 360 ml orange juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 50 g granulated sugar
  • 300 g vegan dark chocolate
  • 400 g vegan cream cheese (room temperture)
  • 300 g vegan Greek-style yogurt (or soft silken tofu)
  • 20 g unsweetened cocoa powder (sifted)
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest (freshly grated)
  • dark chocolate
  • Orange slices

Instructions

  1. Prepare: Line the bottom and sides of a 7″ or 8″ cake tin (with a removable base) with some parchment paper.
  2. Make orange reduction: Add the freshly squeezed orange juice to a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Continue to simmer for about 10-20 minutes until the mixture has reduced to 120ml. Once reduced, add in the sugar, whisk, and cook for another minute until dissolved. Bring the orange reduction to room temperature.
  3. Make the crust: Add the cookies and salt to your food processor and blitz for about 30 seconds until evenly finely ground. Add in the vegan butter and blend again until evenly combined and the mixture sticks together between your fingers.  Press the cookie mixture into the base of the cake tin, and smooth it out with the back of a spoon, making sure it is compact. Set aside in the fridge while you prepare the filling.
  4. Make the filling: Melt the chocolate over a bain-marie (double boiler), stir until smooth, and set it aside for 15-20 minutes to cool. Add the cream cheese and yogurt to a large mixing bowl and whisk using an electric whisk for 2-3 minutes, until smooth and fluffy.Whisk in the cocoa powder and orange zest until combined.
  5. Lastly, alternate between adding the melted chocolate and orange reduction in 3 increments each, whisking each time to incorporate them into the cream cheese mixture. (one part orange and whisk, one part chocolate whisk again, etc..)
  6. Set the cake: Transfer the filling into the cake tin using a spatula to smooth it out. To get the swirl effect on top, place the cake tin on top of a turntable, and use your spatula to make a swirl print on the surface of the cake whilst spinning the turntable. Place in the fridge to set for 4 hours (or overnight if preferred). Once set, remove the cake from the tin.
  7. Storage: Place it in an airtight container in the fridge and consume it within 3-4 days. Alternatively, you can freeze any unused slices and defrost them as needed.

5. Gluten-Free Orange Olive Oil Cake

Gluten-Free Orange Olive Oil Cake (Almond Flour) is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT45M · Total: PT55M · Yield: [‘9’]

This gluten-free olive oil cake is made with almond flour for an extremely tender and moist cake. It has a delicious bright orange flavor from the zest of an orange. The best part is this cake is perfect for anyone on a gluten-free or low carb diet.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons orange juice
  • zest of 1 orange

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Grease an 8×4 inch loaf pan lightly with olive oil and line with parchment paper. Cut the parchment Long enough so that you can use it as handles to lift the cake from the pan after baking.
  2. In a large mixing bowl stir the almond flour, baking powder and salt together.
  3. In a separate bowl beat the olive oil and sugar together with a hand mixer. The sugar will not dissolve completely in the oil.
  4. Add the eggs and beat until smooth. The mixture will become very thick. Stir in the orange zest and orange juice.
  5. Combine the olive oil mixture with the almond flour. Use a wooden spoon to incorporate all ingredients until no streaks of flour remain.
  6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  7. Bake in preheated oven for 40-45 minutes. Cake will only slightly rise but will be golden brown. Test with a toothpick for doneness.
  8. Use the parchment to lift cake from pan and place on a wire cooling rack.
  9. Decorate cake with orange slices and powdered sugar if desired.

6. Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake

Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT20M · Total: PT20M · Yield: [’12’]

Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake is the dessert of your dreams. No one can resist a slice of this gluten-free, low-carb, & keto cheesecake.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups almond flour
  • 1/3 cup salted butter (melted)
  • 1/4 cup Joy Filled Eats Sweetener (or see alternatives in recipe notes) ()
  • 3 tbsp almond butter
  • 1-2 tbsp gelatin
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup Joy Filled Eats Sweetener (or see alternatives in recipe notes) ()
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 tsp orange extract (or orange zest)
  • orange food coloring (optional)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp Joy Filled Eats Sweetener (or see alternatives in recipe notes)
  • 1 tsp gelatin (optional)

Instructions Crust

  1. Prepare the no-bake crust by mixing the crust ingredients until they are well combined. This is easiest in a food processor. Press into a standard 9 inch pie plate.

Filling

  1. Bloom the gelatin by sprinkling it over 1/4 cup of cold water. Let is sit for 5 minutes. Then mix in 1/4 cup very hot water. Stir until is almost all dissolved. You will strain out any lumps.
  2. Process the cream cheese, cottage cheese, and sweetener in a food processor until smooth. Add the sour cream and vanilla. Pulse until well combined. Scrape down the sides if needed.
  3. Add in the gelatin mixture (strain through a mesh sieve if there are any lumps). Mix well. Pour about half of the filling into the prepared crust.
  4. Add the food coloring to the remaining cheesecake filling. Mix well. Pour on top of the plain cheesecake. Spread evenly. Swirl if desired.
  5. Refrigerate at least 2-3 hours to set.

Topping

  1. Whip the cream until stiff peaks form.
  2. Dissolved 1 teaspoon of gelatin in 2 tablespoons of cold water. Since it is such a small amount of gelatin it should dissolve completely with just cold water.
  3. Mix in the sweetener and then the dissolved gelatin. Pipe onto the cheesecake. Garnish with orange slices. Store in the refrigerator.

7. Chocolate Covered Oranges

Chocolate Covered Oranges is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Total: PT20M · Yield: [’20’]

Chocolate covered oranges are a delicious, easy, and healthy snack made in 30 minutes with only three ingredients!

Ingredients

  • 2 oranges
  • 1 ½ cups chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp coconut oil (or vegetable shortening)
  • Sea salt
  • Chopped nuts
  • Shredded coconut
  • Cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with wax paper, parchment paper, or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Using a microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave in 20- 30 second internals. Stir in between each interval until melted and smooth.
  3. Working quickly, dip the orange slices into the melted chocolate and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with any optional toppings if desired.
  5. Place in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to set then enjoy!

8. Cranberry Orange Bread Pudding

Cranberry Orange Bread Pudding is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT20M · Cook: PT50M · Total: PT115M · Yield: [‘8’, ‘8 servings’]

Cranberry Orange Bread Pudding is a delicious bread pudding recipe full of fresh orange and cranberries. Make in advance and serve up with ice cream for a special event or holiday dessert. #breadpudding #cranberryorange #holidaydessert

Ingredients

  • 8 cups cranberry orange bread (cut into 1.5 inch cubes (a 9.5 inch loaf works well) (or plain bread))
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1/4 cup bourbon (optional)
  • 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 orange (zest and juice)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts, optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut the bread into 1.5 inch cubes. Set aside.
  2. Whisk together the remaining ingredients in a large bowl, using both the zest and the juice of one orange. Add the bread and toss to coat.
  3. Coat a 9 by 13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Pour the bread pudding mixture into the dish. Cover and let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 325F.
  5. Bake the pudding on the lower middle rack until it is golden brown and puffing up around the edges, with a slight jiggle in the middle, approximately 45-50 minutes.
  6. Let cool for 30-45 minutes before serving warm. Top with additional pecans if desired. This pudding is great served with whipped cream or ice cream.

9. Orange Cranberry Cookies

Orange Cranberry Cookies is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT15M · Cook: PT15M · Total: PT30M · Yield: [’30’, ’30 cookies’]

Orange Cranberry Cookies are deliciously packed full of flavor. Simple, and made in 30 minutes, these picture perfect cookies are sure to be a hit for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cup salted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest
  • 1 cup dried cranberries (finely chopped)
  • 2 ounces white chocolate (melted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Prepare baking sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the butter and sugar. Mix in the almond extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and cornstarch. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and blend until incorporated. Mix in the orange zest and dried cranberries.
  4. Onto a well-floured surface, roll the dough out to about a ¼ inch thick. Cut out the cookies with a 2.5 inch cookie cutter.
  5. Place the cookies on cookie sheets lined with parchment paper. These cookies can spread a bit when baking so leave some space between each one on the cookie sheet.
  6. Bake the cookies at 325 degrees for 12 minutes, or until the edges just barely start to turn golden.
  7. When the cookies have cooled completely, use a fork to drizzle the white chocolate over them.

10. German Cranberry Orange Cream Tart

German Cranberry Orange Cream Tart with Easy Caramel Garnishes is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT20M · Cook: PT50M · Total: PT70M · Yield: [‘5’, ‘5 servings’]

This German Cranberry Orange Cream Tart with a fruity flavor and a delicious, rich crust is an amazing and festive dessert to add to your holiday menu.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • A pinch of salt
  • ½ cup almond meal or ground almonds
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 4 tablespoons cold butter (cut into small pieces)
  • 2 eggs
  • 8 oz. mascarpone cheese
  • 2 tablespoons orange marmalade
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon instant vanilla pudding mix
  • ½ cup crème fraîche or sour cream
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • Icing (powdered sugar for sprinkling)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • wax paper

Instructions For the Tart

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, almond meal, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter with a pastry blender or 2 knives until the mixture resembles a coarse meal. Add the egg and knead into a smooth dough. Wrap in cling film and cool for about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  3. With an electric mixer, beat the eggs with mascarpone cheese and crème fraîche or sour cream until smooth. Stir in the sugar and pudding mix. Fold in the cranberries.
  4. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and place it on a clean surface lightly dusted with flour. Roll into a rectangle slightly larger than your 11-inch removable-bottom tart pan. Fit the dough into your tart pan coated with cooking spray. Fold edges under or flute decoratively.
  5. Pour the filling mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with icing sugar. Bake the tart for 45-50 minutes or until crust is lightly browned. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  6. Sprinkle with icing sugar and decorate with caramel garnishes right before serving. Otherwise, they’ll become too soft.

For Caramel Garnishes (optional)

  1. Melt the sugar in a small saucepan and caramelize until golden brown. The caramel should be the consistency of thick syrup and run off the spoon in a long strand rather than in short drips—if it gets drippy, rewarm it over low heat.
  2. To make the caramel bowl, oil the back of a ladle well. Distribute the caramel with a spoon on the back of a ladle in a grid shape, let it harden, and peel it off carefully.
  3. Working quickly, scoop up some caramel with a teaspoon and drizzle it onto the wax paper in whatever shape you like – Christmas trees, stars, spirals, or hearts. Let cool completely and carefully peel it off with a spatula.
  4. Store the garnishes in an airtight container in a dry place at room temperature for up to two days.

11. Orange Creamsicle Cookies

Creamsicle Cookies is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT12M · Total: PT22M · Yield: [’36’, ’36 cookies’]

These Creamsicle Cookies feature soft, chewy orange cookies laced with white chocolate chips. Made with orange extract, they taste just like the popular ice cream popsicle!

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (, softened to room temperature)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon orange gel food coloring ((see note below))
  • 2 & 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (, spooned and leveled)
  • 3.4 ounce box vanilla instant pudding ((just the powder))
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F with rack in the center. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl using an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar together until well combined and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add in the eggs, orange extract, and orange food coloring until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl combine the flour, pudding powder, baking soda, and salt. Add to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
  4. Stir in the chocolate chips until incorporated.
  5. Using a tablespoon sized cookie scoop, form balls of dough. Transfer them to the baking sheets 2 inches apart; press down on them slightly. (Press in a couple white chocolate chips on top, if desired, for presentation.)
  6. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until light and golden just around the edges, rotating pans halfway through, if necessary.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a couple minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely. (They will firm up as they cool, but you still want a soft center.)
  8. Eat and enjoy!

12. Chocolate Orange Cake

Chocolate Orange Cake for Two is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT30M · Cook: PT35M · Total: PT80M · Yield: [‘2’, ‘2 mini cakes’]

This moist Chocolate Orange Cake is an orange zest and juice infused chocolate cake covered in a decadent chocolate buttercream. It makes two mini cakes perfect for small occasion and everyday indulgences! Decorate them elaborately like a Bento cake (Korean lunch box cake) or keep it rustic and simple.

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup water; (hot)
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder
  • 1 cup granular sugar
  • 1½ tablespoons navel orange zest (approximately 1 orange)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup buttermilk (room temperature)
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup navel orange juice (room temperature, approximately 1 orange)
  • 1 egg (room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate (chips or a chopped bar)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • candied orange slices

Instructions Chocolate Orange Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350 °F. Line two 4″ pans with parchment paper and then grease with non-stick cooking spray. *See alternatives to 4″ pans and parchment paper tips in the notes below.
  2. In a measuring cup, combine hot water and espresso powder. Allow it to steep while you mix the batter.
  3. In a large bowl, rub together granular sugar and navel orange zest until it becomes fully incorporated and fragrant.
  4. Add all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt and whisk until combined. Set aside.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together buttermilk, vegetable oil, navel orange juice, and egg.
  6. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk until almost all the flour has absorbed.
  7. Slowly add the espresso mixture (it should still be lukewarm) while continually whisking until fully incorporated.
  8. Divide batter among the two 4″ cake pans (they should be no more than 2/3 of the way full). Tap them gently on the counter top to bring any air bubbles to the surface.
  9. Bake for 25- 35 minutes, or until cooked through. A toothpick test should come out clean with no batter when they are finished.
  10. Remove from the oven and immediately run a butter knife around the perimeter of the cake pan to separate the two.
  11. Allow the cakes to cool for 20 minutes, and then turn out onto a cooling rack to cool completely.

Chocolate Buttercream

  1. In the microwave, melt semi-sweet chocolate in thirty second increments. Be sure to stir in between each increment and heat no longer than one minute to prevent seizing. Set aside to cool.
  2. Into a bowl, sift together powdered sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat unsalted butter for 3-5 minutes (on medium speed) until light and fluffy.
  4. On low to medium speed, add the dry mixture and allow it to beat together until fully incorporated.
  5. Add the cooled melted semi-sweet chocolate. On low to medium speed beat for 2 to 3 minutes or until combined.

Constructing and Decorating the Mini Cakes

  1. Once the cakes are completely cooled, cut them in half with a sharp knife.
  2. Place the bottom layer on a serving dish or plate. Add a 1/4 cup of chocolate buttercream and evenly spread it out.
  3. Place the second layer on top and add another 1/4 cup of chocolate buttercream and evenly spread it out on top of the cake and down the sides if you prefer. Repeat for the second cake.
  4. Top each cake with a candied orange slice. Serve!

13. Fresh Orange Bars

Fresh Orange Bars is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Cook: PT25M · Total: PT30M · Yield: [‘8’, ‘8 x8 baking pan’]

Fresh orange bars have all of your favorite components of a lemon bar, made with fresh oranges!

Ingredients

  • FOR THE BARS:
  • 1 stick unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 Tablespoons orange Zest
  • 2 Tablespoons orange Juice
  • FOR THE GLAZE:
  • 4 Tablespoons orange juice
  • 8 teaspoons orange zest
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease an 8×8 baking dish lined with parchment paper with butter.
  2. Zest and juice your oranges and set them aside.
  3. FOR THE BARS: Whisk together, eggs, zest, and orange juice and set aside.
  4. In your mixer cream together butter and sugar. Add flour and salt, mixing until it’s combined.
  5. Add in the egg mixture and beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  6. Spread into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Ovens vary, do not over bake or the bars will be dry.
  7. FOR THE GLAZE: Combine powdered sugar, orange zest, and juice and whisk until smooth.
  8. Pour over the bars and place in the refrigerator to set.
  9. Cut to serve.
  10. Store in the refrigerator.

14. Creamsicle Orange Cupcakes

Creamsicle Orange Cupcakes is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Ingredients

  • 8 disposable muffin liners or 8 cupcake cups
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup yogurt or sour cream
  • Frosting:
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin.
  2. 2. Whisk dry ingredients (flour, sugar, zest, baking powder, salt) in a bowl.
  3. 3. In another bowl, whisk together orange juice, oil, eggs, and yogurt.
  4. 4. Stir wet into dry just until combined.
  5. 5. Divide batter among cups, about 2/3 full.
  6. 6. Bake 18–20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  7. 7. Beat frosting ingredients until smooth, then spread onto cooled cupcakes.
  8. 8. Garnish with a small orange zest strip.

15. Orange Poppy Seed Cake with Mascarpone Frosting

Orange Poppy Seed Cake with Mascarpone Buttercream is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT120M · Cook: PT30M · Total: PT150M · Yield: [’12’]

Tender Orange Poppy Seed Cake layers with a delicious mascarpone frosting.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 Tbsp poppy seeds
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp orange zest (from 1-2 large oranges)
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup milk (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup orange juice (fresh squeezed, from 1/2 a large orange)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup orange juice (fresh squeezed, from one large orange)
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese (softened but slightly chilled, 250g container)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • orange slices (optional)
  • orange leaves (optional)
  • poppy seeds (optional)

Instructions Orange Poppy Seed Cake:

  1. Preheat oven to 350F. Grease and flour two 8″ cake rounds and line with parchment.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, poppy seeds, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream butter, sugar and orange zest on med-high until pale and fluffy (about 3mins). Reduce speed and add eggs one at a time fully incorporating after each addition. Add vanilla.
  4. Alternate adding flour mixture and milk & orange juice, beginning and ending with flour (3 additions of flour and 2 of milk & orange juice). Fully incorporating after each addition.
  5. Bake for 25-30 mins or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
  6. Place cakes on wire rack to cool for 10mins then turn out onto wire rack to cool completely.

Orange Simple Syrup:

  1. Place sugar and orange juice into a pot over med-high heat. Stir to dissolve sugar and cook until mixture boils. Boil for 1 minute. Cool completely before use.

Mascarpone Buttercream:

  1. Beat butter until smooth. Slowly add in powdered sugar (1/2 cup at a time). Add vanilla and beat on med-high for 5mins.
  2. Add mascarpone cheese and beat just until smooth and combined. Do not overbeat.

Assembly:

  1. Place one layer of cake on a cake stand or serving plate. Brush with 2-3 Tbsp simple syrup. Top with approximately 1 cup of buttercream, spread evenly.
  2. Repeat with remaining layer and apply a thin layer of frosting all over to crumb coat the cake. Chill for 20mins. You can leave the cake naked or fully frost the cake after chilling if desired.
  3. Decorate the top with fresh orange slices, orange leaves, and poppy seeds if desired.

16. Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake

Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT30M · Cook: PT75M · Total: PT105M · Yield: [’12’, ’12 servings’]

This Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake is so moist it keeps for a week on the counter, but yours may not last that long as it is sweet, tart, and has a perfect cream cheese glaze!!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter (softened, plus more for the pan)
  • 3 cups flour (plus more for the pan)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 – 99 gram box of vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 ¾ cups sugar
  • 1 Tbsp orange liquor
  • 1/3 cup juice from an orange
  • Zest of one orange
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups frozen cranberries
  • 4 oz. cream cheese
  • 2 cups icing sugar (confectioner’s sugar, powdered sugar)
  • 2-3 tbsp. milk
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • Zest of one orange for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. 2. Melt 1-2 Tbsp of butter and paint the Bundt pan with the melted butter.
  3. 3. Add flour and cover all sides, bang out the excess flour, and set the pan aside.
  4. 4. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, pudding mix, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and orange zest and whisk together.
  5. 5. In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream the butter and sugar using a paddle attachment until light and fluffy.
  6. 6. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well between the addition of each.
  7. 7. Add the orange juice and orange liquor and mix to combine.
  8. 8. Next, starting and ending with the flour add 1/3 of the flour mixture, ½ the sour cream, another 1/3 of the flour mixture, the remainder of the sour cream, and the last third of the flour mixture. Be careful not to overmix.
  9. 9. Gently fold in the cranberries.
  10. 10. Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  11. 11. Bake for 65 -75 minutes or until a cake tester comes out clean.
  12. 12. Let the cake cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then remove it from the pan and allow to finish cooling on a cooling rack. Brush off any excess flour.
  13. 13. When ready to serve. Whip together the cream cheese glaze by creaming the cream cheese until softened, slowly add the icing sugar and vanilla. Add enough milk for desired consistency. Beat for 3-4 min. on high to remove any lumps. Pour over cake and sprinkle on orange zest if using.

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17. Vegan Chocolate Orange Truffle Tart with Candied Kumquats

Vegan Chocolate Orange Tart with Candied Kumquats is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT20M · Cook: PT30M · Total: PT50M · Yield: [’12’, ’12 slices per 9″ tart’]

A silky smooth chocolate orange truffle-like filling nestled inside a chocolate shortbread crust, all covered with a lush chocolate ganache. Garnish with candied kumquats for an easy to make, showstopper vegan dessert!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup confectioner’s sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2/3 cup refined coconut oil
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened plant-based milk
  • 349 gram pkg extra-firm silken tofu, drained ((the shelf-stable, tetra-pak type))
  • 2 cups semi-sweet vegan chocolate chips ((or chopped vegan chocolate))
  • 1/3 cup orange juice
  • 1 tsp orange extract ((not orange oil))
  • 6 tbsp full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/3 cup vegan chocolate chips ((or chopped vegan chocolate))
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 pint fresh kumquats, washed ((approximately 20 kumquats))

Instructions For the Candied Kumquats:

  1. Using a very sharp knife, slice the kumquats in 1/8″ slices cross-wise. The slices will look like little wheels. Remove the seeds as you go.
  2. Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan. Stir over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved. Add the kumquat slices, and stir to coat. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
  3. The kumquats can be stored in the syrup – place them in an airtight container and keep in the fridge. Before using them to garnish the tart, drain the slices in a fine mesh sieve, reserving the syrup for another use. Kumquats must be cooled completely before being placed on the tart.

For the Chocolate Pastry:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Combine all the ingredients for the pastry (except the plant-based milk) in the food processor. Pulse until well blended, then drizzle in the plant-based milk. Keep pulsing until the dough comes together, scraping down the sides as necessary. Press the dough evenly into the tart pan, starting with the sides. Press the bottom and sides smooth and flat with a dry measuring cup. Pierce the crust with a fork all over to help prevent puffing during baking. Freeze for 30 minutes.  Remove from freezer and bake for 25-30 minutes, or the pastry appears dry, rotating once during baking

For the Chocolate Orange Filling:

  1. In the meantime, make the filling. First,  melt the chocolate. You can do this in a double boiler, or in the microwave in 30 second bursts, stirring well each time you check it. Do not overheat or it will seize and become unusable.
  2. Combine the drained tofu, orange juice, and orange extract in a blender. Blend on high until smooth and silky. Add the melted chocolate and blend again until well combined, scraping down the sides as needed.

For the Ganache:

  1. Heat the coconut milk in a small pot over low heat until steaming but not boiling. Stir in the chocolate, and whisk constantly until smooth and shiny. Remove from heat and set aside to come down to room temperature.

To Assemble:

  1. Spread the chocolate filling evenly over the tart crust. Chill the tart in the fridge until the filling has set, about 2 hours.
  2. Spread the ganache over the chocolate orange filling. Garnish with the candied kumquats. Store in fridge for up to 5 days.

18. Orange Cheesecake in a Glass

Orange Cheesecake in a Glass is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream, chilled

Instructions

  1. 1. Make a crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and divide evenly into four glasses, pressing to compact.
  2. 2. Beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
  3. 3. Stir in orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. 4. Whip the heavy cream to soft peaks and fold it into the cheese mixture.
  5. 5. Spoon the filling over the crusts in each glass and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. 6. Garnish with extra orange zest or whipped cream if desired before serving.

19. Orange Upside Down Cake

Orange Upside Down Cake is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT10M · Cook: PT40M · Total: PT50M · Yield: [‘8’]

Indulge in a twist on a classic with this delicious Orange Upside-Down Cake. Fresh sliced oranges layered on a sugar coated cake pan paired with a light and fluffy cake batter for a perfect balance of sweet & tangy flavors.

Ingredients

  • 10 tablespoons salted butter (divided) (Room Temp)
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar (divided)
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 7 mandarin oranges (sliced)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice

Instructions

  1. First, preheat the oven to 350°F. Cream ½ cup butter and one cup granulated sugar with an electric mixer until smooth in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Next, add the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract and mix on low until no clumps remain and the egg yolks are incorporated.
  3. Then, combine the flour and baking powder in a medium bowl with a whisk, and then add the flour mixture to the cake batter.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the batter with a spatula until they are fully incorporated.
  5. Grease the inside of a 9-inch round cake pan with the remaining two tablespoons of butter, making sure to get the sides of the pan. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4th cup of sugar on top of the butter on the base of the cake pan. Then, slice the oranges into 1/4-inch slices and place them in a single layer over the sugar.
  6. Pour the cake batter over the orange slices and bake for 40 minutes, until golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool slightly while preparing the glaze by whisking the orange juice and powdered sugar together until smooth.
  8. Then, place a wire rack or a cake platter inverted on top of the cake pan. With one hand on the platter and one hand on the pan, carefully turn them over simultaneously, so the cake pan faces upside down on top of the platter or rack. Gently lift the pan, and the cake should slide out easily. Drizzle the orange upside-down cake with the citrus glaze. Allow the cake to cool completely before serving.

20. Orange Creamsicle Gummies

Orange Creamsicle Gummies is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT5M · Total: PT5M · Yield: [‘8’]

Orange Creamsicle ice pops remind me of being a kid on a hot summer day. The orange ice outside and vanilla cream inside. I used to eat all the orange off before starting on the vanilla part. This easy gummies recipe will remind you of those fabulous creamsicle ice pops. They are easy to make and ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups water
  • 1/4 cup cream (I used light cream)
  • 2 tbsp Joy Filled Eats Sweetener (or see alternatives in recipe notes) ()
  • 1-3 scoops Better Stevia (or sub any brand to taste)
  • 8 drops orange oil OR 1 tbsp orange extract (to taste, feel free to add more)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 6 tbsp gelatin (8 packets)
  • 2 tbsp fresh squeezed orange juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine first six ingredients and until very warm. TASTE IT. You can add more orange oil or extract, more vanilla, more sweetener. Tailor it to your taste buds.
  2. Slowly whisk in the gelatin until dissolved. Add the orange juice if using.
  3. At this point I pour it through a mesh sieve to strain out any pieces of gelatin that didn’t dissolve.
  4. Pour into silicone molds and refrigerate until firm.

 


21. Orange Creamsicle Truffles

Orange Creamsicle Truffles is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT20M · Cook: PT5M · Total: PT105M · Yield: [’12’, ’12 Pieces’]

Sweet and creamy orange creamsicle truffles have a bright sunshine orange flavor combined with smooth white chocolate and vanilla to make a delicious treat. This dessert reminds you of summer, and is perfect for parties and potlucks.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup butter (unsalted, softened)
  • 1/2 medium orange- zest only (about 2 teaspoons of orange zest)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 drops orange food coloring
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Pour white chocolate chips in a medium-sized heat proof mixing bowl and set aside.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine heavy whipping cream, butter and orange zest and turn to medium heat. Bring mixture to a low simmer while mixing and immediately remove once it begins to simmer along the edges of the mixture.
  3. Pour warm whipping cream mixture over white chocolate chips and stir while the chocolate chips melt with a silicone spatula.
  4. Add salt, orange extract, and vanilla extract and mix well. Mix in the orange food coloring and mix until the mixture has a light orange coloring. Then cover and chill for one hour.
  5. Pour the powdered sugar onto a plate or bowl and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Scoop truffles using a small cookie scoop, the dough will be thick but will scoop as it warms a little!
  7. Roll into even balls before rolling through the powdered sugar to cover. Then place on the baking sheet with a little space between each truffle. Repeat scooping and rolling with all of the orange white chocolate mixture.
  8. Place the truffles in the refrigerator to chill for an additional 20 minutes, then serve cold and enjoy!

22. Cranberry Orange Cake

Cranberry Orange Cake is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT120M · Cook: PT30M · Total: PT150M · Yield: [’12’]

Loaded with fresh cranberries and packed with orange flavor, this Cranberry Orange Cake with cream cheese frosting is a hit for any occasion!

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 Tbsp orange zest (from one large orange)
  • 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup milk (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup orange juice (fresh squeezed, from one large orange)
  • 1 cup cranberries (coated in 1 Tbsp flour)
  • 2 cups unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 Tbsp orange zest
  • 8 oz cream cheese (full fat, softened)
  • 5 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • fresh cranberries
  • orange slices (if desired)
  • thyme sprigs (if desired)

Instructions Cranberry Orange Cake:

  1. Preheat oven to 350F. Grease and flour three 8″ cake rounds and line with parchment.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
  3. Using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream butter and orange zest until smooth. Add sugar and beat on med-high until pale and fluffy (approx 3mins).
  4. Reduce speed and add eggs one at a time fully incorporating after each addition. Add vanilla.
  5. Alternate adding flour mixture with milk & orange juice, beginning and ending with flour (3 additions of flour and 2 of milk & orange juice). Fully incorporating after each addition.
  6. Toss cranberries in 1 Tbsp of flour. Gently fold cranberries into cake batter.
  7. Spread batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  8. Bake for 25-30mins or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
  9. Place cakes on wire rack to cool for 10mins then turn out onto wire rack.

Cream Cheese Buttercream:

  1. Beat butter and orange zest until smooth. Add cream cheese and beat until smooth and combined.
  2. Slowly add in 5 cups powdered sugar (1/2 cup at a time). Add vanilla. Beat on med-high for 5mins. Reduce speed to low and beat for 2mins.

Assembly:

  1. Place one layer of cake on a cake stand or serving plate. Top with approximately 1 cup of buttercream. Repeat with remaining layers and crumb coat the cake. Chill for 20mins.
  2. Frost the top and sides of the cake with remaining frosting. Do a swirl on the sides and top using a large offset spatula.
  3. Do a crown of cranberries on top and add orange slices and thyme sprigs if desired.

23. Orange Blossom Bundt Cake

Orange Blossom Cake is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT20M · Cook: PT45M · Total: PT1H5M · Yield: [‘1’, ‘1 small bundt cake (6 cups batter) – 10 slices’]

This small bundt cake is sweet, tangy and perfectly moist. Topped with orange blossom water glaze.

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup oil
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp orange rind
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 tsp orange blossom water
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Whip the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients (oil, milk, vanilla, orange rind).
  3. In another bowl, stir together the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, salt).
  4. Add half of the dry ingredients to the egg/sugar mixture and mix on low until just incorporated.
  5. Add the wet ingredients, again mixing on low until just incorporated.
  6. Add the remaining dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased bundt pan.
  8. Bake at 350F for about 40-45 minutes.
  9. Combine all the ingredients for the glaze (except the powdered sugar) in a small saucepan and heat until the sugar dissolves.
  10. With the cake still in the pan, pour half of the glaze (about 1/2 cup) over it.
  11. Allow the cake to cool in the pan before removing it.
  12. Add the powdered sugar to the remaining glaze and drizzle over the cooled cake.
  13. Top with edible foliage like mint, parsley and jasmine or orange flowers.

24. Orange Cinnamon Rolls

Orange Cinnamon Rolls is a practical addition to this collection, with a straightforward method and adaptable serving options.

Recipe details: Prep: PT60M · Cook: PT25M · Yield: [‘9’, ‘9 rolls’]

The softest and fluffiest orange cinnamon rolls! These orange brioche overnight rolls are packed full of brown sugar, cinnamon and orange juice. Topped with an orange frosting and sprinkled with orange zest for the perfect citrus cinnamon roll.

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup full fat milk (or whole milk, warmed to 104°F (40C))
  • 2¼ tsp dry active yeast
  • 1 tbsp superfine granulated sugar (or caster sugar)
  • 1 cup all purpose flour (or plain flour)
  • ¾ cup strong white bread flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 eggs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened at room temperature and cut into roughly ½” cubes)
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened at room temperature)
  • ½ cup light brown sugar (firmly packed)
  • 2 tbsp orange juice (fresh squeezed or store bought, not from concentrate)
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (or icing sugar, sifted if lumpy)
  • 2 tbsp orange juice (fresh squeezed or store bought, not from concentrate)
  • orange zest (optional for extra flavor and decoration)

Instructions Instructions for the Orange Brioche Dough

  1. Begin by sprinkling the dry active yeast and a teaspoon of sugar over the warmed milk. Give this a stir and set aside for 10 minutes until very foamy. (see note)
  2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, mix together the flour, bread flour, remaining sugar and salt.
  3. Once the yeast is ready, add t