Chocolate-Orange Truffle Cake
Truffle cakes are named after the truffle fungus due to their resemblance to the irregular shape and texture of truffles.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 190 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Chocolate-Orange Truffle Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a round cake pan.
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Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until light and fluffy.
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Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, stirring well.
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Sift in the flour and cocoa powder, then fold gently until just combined.
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Stir in the orange zest and juice.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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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 chilled bowl, whip the cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
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Spread the whipped cream over the cooled cake.
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Garnish with orange slices.
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Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
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Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 450kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- 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.
