Orange Spice Butter Cake

Step 1 -- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan, or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2 -- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Set aside.

Step 3 -- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, using either a stand mixer or a handheld mixer. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and orange zest, and mix until combined.

Step 4 -- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the orange juice and buttermilk/yoghurt, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.

Step 5 -- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick/fork inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 6 -- Once the cake has completely cooled, you may choose to dust it with some icing sugar and sprinkle it with toasted sliced almonds. Garnish with additional orange zest, if desired.