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Moist Chocolate Orange Cake

Moist Chocolate Orange Cake
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Indulge in the delightful experience of our Moist Chocolate Orange Cake, a perfect blend of rich chocolate and zesty orange that elevates any occasion. This cake is incredibly moist, thanks to the combination of freshly squeezed orange juice and hot coffee, which enhances its flavor profile while maintaining an irresistible texture. Topped with a luscious chocolate orange buttercream frosting, this cake is sure to impress at birthdays, dinner parties, or simply when you crave something sweet. The easy one-bowl preparation makes it accessible for bakers of all skill levels, ensuring minimal cleanup and maximum enjoyment. Serve it alongside fresh berries or a scoop of ice cream for an extra special touch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 cup hot coffee
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp orange zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 340 g butter
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 100 g semisweet chocolate (melted and cooled)
  • 1 tsp orange zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  4. Add in the eggs, vegetable oil, orange juice, hot coffee, orange zest, and vanilla extract; mix until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cooling for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  6. For the frosting, beat softened butter with powdered sugar until creamy. Gradually add cocoa powder, melted chocolate, vanilla extract, and orange zest until smooth.
  7. Once the cake has cooled completely, frost generously and serve.

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