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Moist Chocolate Orange Cake

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Indulge in the delightful Moist Chocolate Orange Cake, a dessert that perfectly balances rich, velvety chocolate with the zesty brightness of fresh orange juice and zest. This one-bowl wonder is not only easy to make but also guarantees a memorable treat for any occasion. With its moist texture and luscious chocolate orange buttercream frosting, it’s sure to impress friends and family alike. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply treating yourself, this cake is a crowd-pleaser that offers a unique flavor experience.

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) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add granulated sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, orange juice, hot coffee, orange zest, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Allow to cool before frosting with chocolate orange buttercream made from softened butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, melted chocolate, and orange zest.

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