Chocolate Orange Layer Cake with Ganache
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of our Chocolate Orange Layer Cake with Ganache, a delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate and refreshing orange for an unforgettable treat. Perfect for any celebration, this cake features moist chocolate layers filled with a smooth orange cream and topped with a glossy ganache. Its impressive presentation makes it the star of any gathering, while its easy-to-follow recipe ensures that even novice bakers can create this stunning centerpiece. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or simply treating yourself, this cake is guaranteed to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot coffee (or hot water)
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz dark chocolate
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Stir in hot coffee until combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling 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. Remove from heat; stir in zest and butter until melted. Cool completely before use.
- To make ganache, heat cream until steaming (not boiling), pour over chopped chocolate; let sit for two minutes then stir until smooth and glossy.
- Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a serving plate and spreading orange filling on top; repeat with remaining layers.
- Pour ganache over the assembled cake allowing it to drip down the sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg