Zesting your favorite citrus fruits into your batter will add a subtle edge to your cake.
I love orange or lime zest paired with vanilla or coconut mixes, and lemon zest is also great in yellow or pound cakes.
Don’t let the juice go to waste, either. Freshly squeezed orange juice can replace the water in a recipe. Be stingier if you use lemon or lime juice, though, to avoid a sour situation.
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