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Chocolate Orange Cake

Chocolate Orange Cake

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🍊🍫 Chocolate Orange Cake: A Zesty Twist on a Classic Favorite

If you love the rich decadence of chocolate and the bright citrusy punch of orange, you’re in for a real treat. This Chocolate Orange Cake is the perfect fusion of bold flavors—moist, fudgy chocolate cake layers infused with real orange zest and juice, all brought together with a silky ganache or orange-kissed frosting. Whether you’re baking for a holiday, a birthday, or just because, this cake delivers elegance and indulgence in every slice.

🍰 Why You’ll Love This Cake

  • Moist and decadent: Thanks to a perfect balance of oil, buttermilk, and orange juice.
  • Bright and flavorful: The zest adds a natural citrus kick that cuts through the richness of chocolate.
  • Versatile: Dress it up with ganache, buttercream, or a simple glaze—this cake is a showstopper either way.
  • Crowd-pleaser: Think Terry’s Chocolate Orange, but in cake form.

🧁 Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
  • ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup (180ml) fresh orange juice (about 2 oranges)
  • 2 tbsp orange zest (from 2 oranges)
  • ¾ cup (180ml) hot water or hot coffee (for enhanced chocolate flavor)

Optional Ganache Topping:

  • 200g dark or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 200ml heavy cream
  • 1 tsp orange extract (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. Mix the Wet Ingredients In a separate bowl, beat sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth. Add buttermilk, orange juice, and orange zest, and mix until combined.

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4. Combine and Add Hot Liquid Slowly add the dry ingredients