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Chocolate-Orange Bliss

Indulge in Decadent Chocolate-Orange Bliss Cake Today

This Chocolate-Orange Bliss cake combines rich chocolate and zesty orange in a decadent dessert, inviting joyful moments.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour provides structure for a moist and tender crumb
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar sweetens the cake and helps it rise
  • 0.75 cups cocoa powder opt for high-quality for richest chocolate flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda key leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder complements baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 2 large eggs binds ingredients
  • 1 cup whole milk adds richness
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil adds moisture
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract adds aroma
  • 1 cup boiling water ensures a moist cake
For the Topping
  • 1 cup chocolate ganache adds rich, smooth finish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Cake Pans
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans by greasing and dusting with flour.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture and stir gently until combined.
  4. Gradually stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
  8. Frost with chocolate ganache once cool, allowing it to drip for a rustic finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for best results and frost just before serving to maintain freshness.

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