Chocolate Cake with Chocolate-Orange Frosting
The combination of chocolate and orange is known as a classic flavor pairing in desserts.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Chocolate Cake with Chocolate-Orange Frosting
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
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In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry mixture.
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Fold in the chopped chocolate.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer.
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Remove from heat and stir in the orange zest.
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Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for a minute.
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Stir until smooth and glossy.
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Let the chocolate-orange frosting cool for about 10 minutes, then whisk in the powdered sugar until smooth and thickened.
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Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
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Allow the frosting to set for at least 1 hour before serving.
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Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Cake with Chocolate-Orange Frosting!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 35g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
