Dark chocolate & orange cake

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Health score
3%
Dark chocolate & orange cake
130 min.
10
694kcal

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Indulge in the decadent delight of our Dark Chocolate & Orange Cake, a perfect harmony of rich flavors that is sure to impress both guests and family alike. This popular dessert elevates the classic combination of chocolate and orange to new heights, creating a treat that is both sophisticated and utterly satisfying. The natural zest from Seville oranges mingles beautifully with the deep, luscious notes of dark chocolate, resulting in a cake that is both moist and aromatic.

With a total preparation time of just 130 minutes, this cake serves 10 and is perfect for special occasions or everyday celebrations. As you prepare this delightful creation, your kitchen will be filled with the enticing aroma of chocolate melting and oranges simmering, making it hard to resist the temptation to sneak a taste before the cake has even had a chance to cool!

The dark chocolate ganache draped over the top adds an extra layer of richness, making every bite a heavenly experience. And let’s not forget the exquisite touch of candied orange peel that adorns the cake, offering not just visual appeal but a burst of citrusy sweetness with each slice. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious novice, this cake promises to be a culinary triumph that is both rewarding and delectable.

Ingredients

  •  cranberry-orange relish 
  • 10 servings butter melted for greasing
  • 100 chocolate plain
  •  eggs 
  • 280 sugar 
  • 240 ml unrefined sunflower oil 
  • 25 cocoa powder 
  • 250 flour plain
  • 1.5 tsp double-acting baking powder 
  • 10 servings candied orange peel 
  • 200 chocolate plain
  • 225 ml double cream 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • cake form
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave
  • skewers
  • palette knife

Directions

  1. Pierce the orange with a skewer (right through). Cook in boiling water for 30 minutes until soft. Whizz the whole orange in a food processor until smooth; let cool.
  2. Preheat the oven to 180C/gas 4/fan 160C.Grease and line the base of a 23cm/9in round cake tin. Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water or in the microwave for 2 minutes on High, stirring after 1 minute.
  3. Let cool.
  4. In a large bowl, lightly beat the eggs, sugar and oil. Gradually beat in the pured orange, discarding any pips, then stir in the cooled melted chocolate. Sift in the cocoa, flour and baking powder.
  5. Mix well and pour into the tin.
  6. Bake in the centre of the oven for 55 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly pressed in the middle. (Check after 45 minutes and cover with foil if it is browning too much.) Allow to cool for 10 minutes in the tin, then turn out on to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Make the chocolate ganache: put the chocolate into a heatproof bowl. Bring the cream to the boil and pour over the chocolate. Leave for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Set aside until firm enough to spread over the cake up to 1 hours.
  8. Transfer the cake to a serving plate. Using a palette knife, swirl the ganache over the top. Decorate with strips of candied orange peel.

Nutrition Facts

Calories694kcal
Protein3.71%
Fat57.77%
Carbs38.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.48
Glycemic Load
41.06
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
12.964347590571%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.62mg
Epicatechin
4.91mg
Hesperetin
3.57mg
Naringenin
2.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:693.52kcal
34.68%
Fat:46.55g
71.61%
Saturated Fat:16.64g
103.97%
Carbohydrates:69.84g
23.28%
Net Carbohydrates:66.26g
24.09%
Sugar:46.24g
51.38%
Cholesterol:85.43mg
28.48%
Sodium:137.23mg
5.97%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:25.55mg
8.52%
Protein:6.72g
13.44%
Vitamin E:9.67mg
64.45%
Manganese:0.42mg
21.21%
Selenium:14.69µg
20.99%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.63%
Copper:0.32mg
16.16%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.04%
Iron:2.69mg
14.97%
Phosphorus:146.92mg
14.69%
Folate:58.64µg
14.66%
Fiber:3.58g
14.33%
Magnesium:56.68mg
14.17%
Vitamin A:558.62IU
11.17%
Vitamin B3:1.79mg
8.97%
Vitamin C:7.11mg
8.61%
Calcium:83.93mg
8.39%
Zinc:1.04mg
6.91%
Potassium:217.64mg
6.22%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.35%
Vitamin D:0.63µg
4.17%
Vitamin K:4.34µg
4.13%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.26%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.7%