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Dark Chocolate Orange Cake

Dark Chocolate Orange Cake recipe

Dark chocolate and orange is a classic flavor combination that dates back centuries.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses ,
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 20 min Cook Time: 30 min Rest Time: 60 min Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
Servings 8
Calories 2800
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 200 gram Dark chocolate
  • 150 gram Butter
  • 150 gram Sugar
  • 3 unit Eggs
  • 2 teaspoon Orange zest
  • 0.5 cup Orange juice
  • 150 gram All-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 cup Milk
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a round cake pan.
  2. Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, orange zest, and orange juice.
  4. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the sugar mixture, whisking continuously.
  5. Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until just combined.
  6. Stir in the milk until the batter is smooth.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar and serve.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g31%
Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
Sugars 25g
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.