ORANGE AND CHOCOLATE CAKE:
A delicious and fragrant cake that combines the aroma of oranges with the intense flavor of chocolate.
Perfect for any occasion, especially for treating yourself. A simple and genuine recipe that you will be eager to try.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Rest time: 30 Minutes
- Preparation time: 30 Minutes
- Portions: 6
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3.5 oz dark chocolate
- 1 cup orange marmalade
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- to taste salt (a pinch)
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Tools
- 1 Small Pot
- 1 Bowl 1
- 1 Spatula
Steps
For the batter: Melt the butter and dark chocolate in a small pot or in the microwave or using a double boiler.
Once they are completely melted, mix them together.Then, take a large bowl and add the orange marmalade, orange juice, sugar, salt, and eggs.
Mix all the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and without lumps.Add the sifted flour and baking powder to the batter and mix well to incorporate all the ingredients.
For baking: Pour the prepared mixture into a 9-inch pan lined with parchment paper or greased and floured.
Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out dry and you can take your cake out of the oven.To finish: Once our ORANGE AND CHOCOLATE CAKE is ready, let it cool slightly before removing it from the pan.
A perfect cake to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee. It will win everyone over with a dusting of powdered sugar and its moist and soft texture.
Happy snacking!
Useful Tips
– Make sure to use good quality orange marmalade to get the best flavor.
– If you prefer a more intense flavor, you can replace dark chocolate with extra dark chocolate.
– During preparation, make sure to mix the ingredients well to obtain a homogeneous mixture.
Sift the flour and baking powder to avoid lumps in the batter.
– Before baking the cake, check the oven temperature to ensure it’s at 350°F.
– During baking, check the cake after 40 minutes to avoid burning. Every oven is different, so baking time may vary slightly.
– Let the cake cool completely before removing and slicing it to get perfect slices.
– For a more appealing presentation, you can decorate the cake with a dusting of powdered sugar or add candied orange peels on the surface.
– By following these tips, you’ll get a delicious Orange and Chocolate Cake that will surely win over every sweet tooth. Happy baking!
