For the Cake:

Ingredients:

For the Cake:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 4 large eggs
– 1 cup whole milk
– 2 tablespoons orange zest
– 1 tablespoon orange blossom water

For the Citrus Syrup:
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup fresh orange juice
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 tablespoon orange blossom water

For the Frosting:
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 4 cups powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 tablespoon orange zest

For Garnish:
– Orange slices
– Edible flowers (optional)

Instructions:
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