1-Getting started: Getting started with this orange pound cake recipe is straightforward and fun, beginning with preheating your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 10 x 4.5-inch (25 x 10 cm) loaf pan to ensure nothing sticks, and have all your ingredients ready for smooth sailing. This step sets the stage for a cake that’s moist and full of flavor.

2-Next, whisk the 3 large eggs and 3/4 cup (160g) caster sugar in a large bowl until they’re pale and fluffy, which takes a few minutes and makes the cake tender. Then, sift in the 1 1/3 cups (160g) all-purpose flour and 3/4 teaspoon baking powder, stirring gently to combine everything without overmixing. Add the melted 2/3 cup (150g) salted butter, along with the juice and zest from 1 medium orange, and mix until smooth.

3-Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top for an even bake. Pop it in the oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted in the center. Let it cool completely before slicing, giving the flavors time to settle and the texture to set just right.