Soft Cocoa and Orange Cake. I don’t know about you, but I love citrus fruits, especially orange marmalade.
If you also love contrasts, this is the cake for you.
This dessert is the ideal balance between the taste of cocoa and the lively freshness of orange marmalade.
A cake with a soft texture, it melts in your mouth with every bite, thanks to the liquid cream added to the dough. I assure you it will surprise you.
It is the ideal dessert for breakfast, a snack, or to beautifully end a meal. A classic and timeless combination that warms the heart. Come with me and let’s start baking.
Happy baking, Giusi.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 8 People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients for Soft Cocoa and Orange Cake
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 7 oz orange marmalade
Tools
- 1 Pan 11 inches
- 1 Hand Whisk
Steps for Soft Cocoa and Orange Cake
In a large bowl, beat the eggs using a whisk.
Add the liquid cream and mix well to combine.
Gradually incorporate the flour, sugar, baking powder, and unsweetened cocoa.
Mix vigorously until a homogeneous dough is obtained. The dough will be very solid.
Line a cake pan with parchment paper.
Pour about half of the dough onto the bottom of the pan and smooth it out.Evenly spread the orange marmalade over the dough, avoiding contact with the edges.
Cover the marmalade with the remaining dough.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 35-40 minutes.
To check if it’s done, insert a toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out dry, the cake is ready.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely before removing it from the pan.
Flip the cake onto a cutting board or serving plate.
If you like, decorate the top of the cake with melted white chocolate (you can drizzle it or create a thin layer) for a visual contrast and an even more delicious taste.
I hope this recipe brings you a moment of intense sweetness and citrus flavor. Try it and let me know in the comments.
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Storage.
Store at room temperature under a cake dome or in an airtight container. It stays fresh and moist for 3-4 days.
