West African Orange Cake Dessert Recipe
West African Orange Cake — a citrus and ginger dessert inspired by Sierra Leone’s vibrant local markets. West African Orange Cake Dessert Recipe Hello, my dear — I’m Ivy, The African Gourmet . This West African Orange Cake recipe from Sierra Leone celebrates the region’s love of fresh fruit, ginger, and warm flavors. It’s a simple, moist cake you can make from scratch, highlighting oranges grown in Sierra Leone’s villages and sold in local markets. The combination of citrus, ginger, and cinnamon creates a fragrant dessert that pairs beautifully with tea or coffee. Whether served at family gatherings or as a festive sweet, it embodies the spirit of West African home baking — fresh, bold, and full of sunshine. Ingredients 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger root 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter 3 large eggs 1 cup whole milk 1 cup white sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon ...