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Chocolate & Orange Punchcake

Indulge in Decadent Chocolate & Orange Punchcake Bliss

Chocolate & Orange Punchcake is a delightful fusion of rich cocoa and zesty orange that impresses family and friends.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Cakes
Cuisine Dessert
Servings 12 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Sifter
  • Spatula
  • Two 9-inch round cake pans

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

For the Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk can substitute with almond milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil can replace with melted coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

For the Flavor Boost

  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • ½ cup fresh orange juice

For the Sweet Finish

  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until fully blended.
  • Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix, then carefully add in the boiling water.
  • Stir in the orange zest and fresh orange juice until well combined.
  • Gently fold in the chocolate chips into the batter.
  • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool for about 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  • Once cooled, apply chocolate ganache between layers and on top, garnishing with fresh orange slices.

Notes

Allow eggs and milk to reach room temperature before mixing for a smoother batter. Don't overmix, and check for doneness with a toothpick 5 minutes before the baking time ends.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Celebration Cake, Chocolate & Orange Punchcake, chocolate cake, Dessert, orange cake, weekend treat
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