If you are looking for a bright, moist, and incredibly easy citrus dessert, this whole orange blender cake is about to become a staple in your kitchen. Made entirely in a blender using one whole orange peel and all, this cake is naturally flavorful, gluten free, and lower in sugar than traditional orange cakes.
It has a soft, fluffy texture, just the right amount of sweetness, and a cozy citrus aroma that feels perfect for spring and summer.
Finished with a simple orange zest icing, this whole orange blender cake tastes bakery worthy with almost no effort.
Why You Will Love This Whole Orange Blender Cake
- Made completely in the blender with minimal cleanup
- Naturally sweetened and lower sugar
- Gluten free and easy to make dairy free
- Moist, fluffy, and full of real orange flavor
- Perfect for brunch, dessert, or meal prep treats
What Is a Whole Orange Blender Cake?
A whole orange blender cake uses the entire orange, including the peel, blended directly into the batter. This method intensifies the citrus flavor while keeping the cake moist and tender. Because everything is blended together, there is no need for flour, bowls, or mixers, making it one of the easiest homemade cakes you can bake.
Ingredients You Will Need
For the Cake
- Whole orange
- Eggs
- Gluten free oats or regular oats
- Baking powder
- Sea salt
- Neutral oil like coconut, avocado, or olive oil
- Greek yogurt or thick dairy free yogurt
- Maple syrup or liquid sweetener of choice
Ingredient amounts are provided in the recipe card below.
For the Orange Zest Icing
- Powdered sugar or powdered monk fruit
- Milk of choice
- Fresh orange zest
Healthier Baking Notes
This whole orange blender cake is more balanced than most desserts. It contains fiber from the oats and orange, protein from eggs and yogurt, and healthy fats from oil. This balance helps keep blood sugar more stable and makes the cake more satisfying.
Quick Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line an 8 inch round pan with parchment paper.
- Add all cake ingredients to a high speed blender.

- Blend until smooth and thick with a bright orange colored batter.

- Pour into the pan and bake until risen and lightly golden.

- Cool completely before icing.

- Mix icing ingredients and drizzle over the cake.

Tips for the Best Whole Orange Blender Cake
- Use a large, fresh orange with thin skin for best flavor
- Remove seeds before blending
- Let the cake cool fully before adding icing
- Start slow when adding milk to the icing to control consistency
Whole Orange Blender Cake Recipe Card
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Whole Orange Blender Cake
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
Description
This whole orange blender cake is bright, moist, and incredibly easy. Made entirely in a blender using one whole orange peel and all, this cake is gluten free, naturally sweetened, and full of real citrus flavor. It's soft, fluffy, and finished with a simple orange zest icing that makes it taste bakery worthy with almost no effort.
Ingredients
- 1 large whole orange
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups gluten free oats or regular oats
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 pinch sea salt
- ¼ cup neutral oil
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt or thick dairy free yogurt
- ¾ cup maple syrup or liquid sweetener
- ½ cup powdered sugar or powdered monk fruit
- Milk of choice, added slowly
- Fresh orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8 inch round pan with parchment paper.
- Wash the orange well, cut into chunks, and remove any seeds.
- Add all cake ingredients to a high speed blender and blend until completely smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for about 50 minutes until risen and lightly golden.
- Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.
- In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and orange zest until desired consistency is reached.
- Drizzle icing over the cooled cake, slice, and enjoy.
Notes
To make dairy free, use a thick plant based yogurt. For refined sugar free, use powdered monk fruit in the icing. Add orange slices on top for a decorative finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blender + Baked
- Cuisine: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg














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