Orange Charlotte: Oven-Baked Recipe + 9 Step-by-Step Photos

Charlotte is a delicious and aromatic traditional English pastry. The original recipe calls for a sponge cake with an apple filling. But these days, there are so many variations of this dish that everyone will find something to suit their taste. Today, we'll bake an exquisite charlotte with orange!

Nutritional value per serving

195 kcal

Proteins: 8 g
Fats: 6 g
Carbohydrates: 34 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 49 min
Time in the kitchen: 15 min
Complexity:

A simple recipe.
Number of servings: 8

Charlotte with orange zest It turns out very refreshing. The sponge cake remains just as airy, but is much more flavorful and rich. The citrus completely overpowers the creamy flavor of the pie, creating a new, original pie that will delight both children and adults.

Making an orange charlotte costs practically nothing! As always, it's budget-friendly and easy. I offer you a tried-and-true recipe for a stunning homemade pastry. Anyone can make it!

Recipe with step-by-step photos

Ingredients

Servings

Egg C1

3 pcs
Sugar

130 G
Flour

150 G
Orange

1 pcs
Salt

1 pinch

Preparation

Step 1

Zest the orange. You'll need about a teaspoon of zest for the pie.

Step 2

Peel the orange pulp and cut into small random pieces.

Step 3

Crack the eggs into a bowl and add a pinch of salt. Beat with a mixer until fluffy.

Step 4

Add sugar to the resulting foam in parts and continue whisking until lighter.

Step 5

Add the orange zest to the egg mixture. Mix with the mixer on low speed.

Step 6

Add flour gradually and mix with a silicone spatula. The dough should be thick, like sour cream.

Step 7

Take a 20 cm diameter pan. If you have a metal pan, line the bottom with parchment paper. Pour in the batter. Arrange the orange slices on top and distribute them evenly over the surface of the pie.

Step 8

Place in an oven preheated to 180 degrees Celsius. Bake for 30–35 minutes. Check for doneness with a skewer.

Step 9

Remove the cooled cake from the pan and sprinkle with powdered sugar. It's ready!

Similar video recipe: Fluffy Orange Charlotte

Looking for a tried-and-true recipe for a tender and airy charlotte? Natalia Kalnina knows how to make the perfect orange sponge cake! The baked goods are deliciously fragrant, moist, and unique.

You can find a tried-and-true recipe on Natalia's culinary blog on YouTube. The video is very short but informative: no frills or unnecessary details. Just clear, simple steps to create a gorgeous charlotte for your holiday table. Be sure to watch the video and take note of this simple recipe!

Serve the charlotte warm. It will delight your family and guests with its rich flavor and aroma. If the pastry has cooled, it's perfectly fine to reheat in the microwave.

Design and submission

The pie can be served whole or in portions. If you want to impress your guests with the beautiful appearance of the charlotte, be sure to decorate it with additional elements. These could include:

powdered sugar - makes any baked goods tender and airy;
chocolate ganache - for orange charlotte, dark chocolate is best;
caramel - you get a very sophisticated cake with a beautiful glossy top;
Sour cream frosting – beat sour cream and powdered sugar until stiff and spread over the top of the charlotte. This decoration not only looks beautiful but also protects the pie from drying out;
Berries and fruits – be very careful here so as not to overpower the orange's flavor and aroma. Neutral fruits like grapes, pineapple, and figs are best.

Possible replacements

Orange Charlotte is a wonderful refreshing pastry option. The orange imparts a bright citrus aroma, a beautiful orange hue, and a sweet taste to the dough.

If you're feeling adventurous, feel free to swap out the orange for any other citrus fruit—lemon, grapefruit, or tangerine. Flavors can be combined to create a unique new taste.

The cooking method is the same everywhere: mix the sponge dough, add the zest, and place the fruit slices in the pan with the dough. Done!

This orange charlotte is a great appetizer and mood booster. It's a delicious accompaniment not only to tea but also to breakfast. Start your day right—with this aromatic and delicious charlotte!

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