Description
This Prolific Oven Chocolate Orange Almond Cake Recipe is a delightful blend of rich chocolate, zesty orange, and crunchy almonds. Perfect for any celebration or a sweet indulgence. Easy to make and loved by all, it brings a burst of flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 cup ground almonds
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 2 oranges
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
- ¼ cup sliced almonds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, ground almonds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract, orange juice, and orange zest. Mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until smooth.
- Stir in the vegetable oil until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, sprinkle the sliced almonds on top for garnish and serve.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can use orange zest from organic oranges.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- This cake can be served with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of chocolate ganache for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT35M
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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