Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of our Chocolate Orange Layer Cake with Ganache. This delightful dessert features rich chocolate layers intertwined with a zesty orange cream filling, all enveloped in a glossy chocolate ganache. Perfect for any celebration, from birthdays to holidays, this stunning cake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. With its easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can create a masterpiece that looks as good as it tastes. Elevate your dessert game with this irresistible combination of bold flavors and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 8 oz dark chocolate (for ganache)
- 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth. Stir in hot coffee.
- Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. 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; let cool.
- For ganache: Heat cream until steaming; pour over chopped chocolate. Let sit for 2 minutes then stir until smooth.
- Assemble the cake by layering with orange filling between each layer and pouring ganache on top.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Use freshly squeezed orange juice for enhanced flavor. Allow cake layers to cool completely before stacking to prevent melting fillings. Customize the filling by adding flavored creams or jams.