Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Chocolate Orange Layer Cake with Ganache, a perfect centerpiece for any celebration. This delightful dessert features luscious chocolate layers complemented by a refreshing orange cream filling, making it an irresistible choice for birthdays, anniversaries, or festive gatherings. The glossy ganache topping adds a stunning finish that is sure to impress your guests. With easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is accessible even for novice bakers. Gather your ingredients and elevate your dessert game with this delicious cake that beautifully marries the boldness of chocolate with the zesty brightness of orange.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot coffee (or hot water)
- 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed, strained)
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz (225 g) dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Fresh orange slices or candied orange peel
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth. Stir in hot coffee or water.
- Divide batter among the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For the orange filling, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks in a saucepan. Gradually add orange juice and cook over medium heat until thickened. Stir in zest and butter; cool completely.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream until steaming; pour over chopped chocolate and let sit before stirring until smooth.
- Assemble by layering cake with orange filling between each layer and top with ganache.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg