Orange Cardamom Sponge Cake with Honey Yogurt Glaze

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A light and fluffy sponge cake infused with fragrant cardamom and fresh orange zest, topped with a sweet honey yogurt glaze. This general-inspired desserts ready in about 55 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, large, separated eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.2 (14 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 35 min Serves 8 General cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, sift together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp ground cardamom, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk 3 large egg yolks with 3/4 cup granulated sugar until pale and thick, then mix in 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 tbsp finely grated orange zest until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Step 5: In a separate clean bowl, beat 3 large egg whites until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the egg whites into the batter in three additions, preserving as much air as possible.
  6. Step 6: Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Step 7: While cake cools, whisk together 1/4 cup honey and 1/4 cup powdered sugar with 2 tbsp warm water to make a glaze.
  8. Step 8: Drizzle honey yogurt glaze over cooled cake before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Orange Cardamom Sponge Cake with Honey Yogurt Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Orange Cardamom Sponge Cake with Honey Yogurt Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Orange Cardamom Sponge Cake with Honey Yogurt Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Orange Cardamom Sponge Cake with Honey Yogurt Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Orange Cardamom Sponge Cake with Honey Yogurt Glaze?

General desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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