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Chocolate & Orange Punchcake

Irresistible Chocolate & Orange Punchcake for Ultimate Indulgence

Experience the delicious fusion of rich chocolate and zesty orange in this Chocolate & Orange Punchcake, a must-try dessert!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar can substitute with brown sugar
  • 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed recommended
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder check expiration
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 2 large eggs can substitute with aquafaba
  • 1 cup whole milk substitute with almond or oat milk
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract can swap with almond extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
For the Citrus Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest preferably fresh
  • 0.5 cups orange juice freshly squeezed
For the Chocolate
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips or dark chocolate

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • mixing bowls
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and mix until just combined.
  5. Add the boiling water to the batter, mixing until smooth.
  6. Fold in the orange zest and juice gently using a spatula.
  7. Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes. Insert a toothpick to check doneness.
  9. Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  10. Assemble by spreading ganache between layers and frosting the top and sides, garnishing with orange slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Avoid opening the oven door while baking.

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