Treat yourself to this rich Chocolate Orange Cake with a fluffy orange cream cheese frosting. Sophisticated and indulgent, this two-layer cake is perfect for any occasion and wildly popular with all dessert lovers.
This recipe makes the cake batter from scratch. Start by melting the chocolate in a bowl set over barely simmering water or in the microwave. Once melted, set aside to cool slightly. While the chocolate cools, mix the wet ingredients in one bowl and the dry ingredients in another. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix until smooth. Finally, stir in the cooled chocolate and divide the batter evenly between two 8-inch cake pans. Bake until a skewer comes out clean or with a few crumbs attached. Let the cakes cool completely, then frost with the orange cream cheese frosting. Garnish the cake with some orange slices, chopped chocolate, or chocolate curls. Have a slice and indulge!
To make the Chocolate Orange Cake, you will need the following ingredients:
Preheat the oven to 350 °F. Lightly grease and flour, or line with parchment paper two 8-inch cake pans.
Melt 10 ½ ounces dark chocolate in a bowl set over barely simmering water or in the microwave. Once almost melted, remove from the heat and stir until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, beat 3 large eggs, 1 large egg yolk, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and zest of 1 orange until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes.
Add ½ cup and 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt and mix to combine.
Slowly drizzle in ½ cup vegetable oil and mix until smooth.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups cake flour, 2 ¼ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
Add the dry ingredient mixture to the yogurt mixture and mix to combine.
Stir in the melted cooled chocolate until well combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Bake for about 30-45 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few crumbs.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
In a large bowl, whip 1 ½ cups cream until soft peaks form, then add 6 ounces cream cheese, 5 tablespoons powdered sugar, ½ to 1 tablespoon orange zest and continue to beat until thick.
Frost the cake with the prepared orange cream cheese frosting and decorate with orange slices, chopped chocolate, or chocolate curls if you wish.
Slice and serve! Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
This Chocolate Orange Cake is incredibly delicious. The rich, moist cake has a delightful texture, and the frosting gives it an even more vibrant orange flavor. Give this recipe a go, and make sure you tag #cookmerecipes in your baking posts!
OMG, this Chocolate Orange Cake is everything! I made it for my hubby’s b-day, and wow, it was a total hit! The orange frosting was to die for, and it was super easy to whip up. Definitely making again! 🎂💖
This Chocolate Orange Cake was truly great. I made it for my friend's birthday, and it was a hit. The flavors are amazing.
Superb cake recipe
Absolutely love it
Man, this Chocolate Orange Cake was a blast to bake. I brought it to a friend's party, and everyone loved it. The flavors are just spot on, and the frosting is a game changer. For a guy like me, this is simple and classy at the same time.
The best of all chocolate orange cakes — so moist and rich, and easy to make! Thanks for sharing the recipe!
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