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Chocolate Orange Cake from URBAN BAKES

August 1, 2014 by hipfoodiemom 27 Comments

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Chocolate-Orange Cake - URBAN BAKES 5.2 (1)

Hey everyone!

Well, I’m in Minneapolis now spending some time with my sister before we head back home and I have one last fabulous guest post for you! Oh man, I wish I could have a bite of this cake! It’s from Connie from Chocolate-Orange Cake - URBAN BAKES2

I was introduced to Alice’s blog through a mutual friend a little less than a year ago and have been glued ever since.  Plus, I was lucky enough to meet her in person at the Chocolate-Orange Cake - URBAN BAKES4

I really don’t know what in this world cannot possibly go well with chocolate.  Maybe I have a biased opinion here but I do think orange with chocolate is an amazing combination.  While this tender cake is full of rich chocolaty goodness the orange citrus is light in flavor yet remains detectable giving the cake depth of flavor.  Pour ganache over the top and garnish with twisted orange peel and you’ve got yourself one of the easiest cakes sure to impress your friends and family.   I hope you enjoy it!

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Chocolate Orange Cake from URBAN BAKES

NOTES: A slightly greater amount of orange extract may be substituted for orange emulsion. To make orange peel, use a vegetable peeler to peel the skin of the orange. Be sure to not peel into the white flesh as this gives a bitter taste. Cut 2-inch long strands from peel about ¼-inch wide and twist strands around your index finger to create a curl; release.
Course: Dessert
Author: Connie from URBAN BAKES

Ingredients

For the cake:

  • 2 oz. unsweetened baking chocolate chopped
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons grated orange peel or 1 teaspoon of orange emulsion
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For the ganache:

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ teaspoon orange emulsion optional
  • ¼ cup fresh orange peel optional

Instructions

For the cake:

  • In a small bowl, melt baking chocolate in microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds, stir. Microwave for an additional 15 seconds until about 75 percent of chocolate has melted. Continuously stir until smooth; set aside to cool.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and lightly flour a 12-cup fluted tube cake pan; set aside.
  • In large bowl, cream butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in melted chocolate, sour cream, orange peel (or emulsion), vanilla and eggs until just combined.
  • On low speed, beat in remaining cake ingredients. Note: You may notice batter may be more airy than most cake batters, this is okay. Spread evenly into pan.
  • Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean. Leave cake to cool in the tube pan for 20 minutes, remove and allow additional cooling for about 1 hour.

For the ganache:

  • Meanwhile in a small saucepan set on medium heat, melt 1 cup chocolate chips. Stir in cream. Whisk mixture until ganache is smooth and uniform in color.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in orange emulsion.
  • Once cake has cooled, drizzle ganache over the top and allow it to drip down the sides. Garnish with fresh orange peel. ENJOY!

Chocolate-Orange Cake recipe was adapted from (p. 86) of Betty Crocker: The Big Book of Cakes.

Thank you so much, Connie for this guest post!! See you soon!!

 

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  1. Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes)

    August 1, 2014 at 7:39 am

    What an absolutely gorgeous cake! The orange and chocolate are a perfect combination.

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      August 1, 2014 at 12:51 pm

      yup, total perfection!! Thanks, J!!

      Reply
  2. Zainab

    August 1, 2014 at 9:08 am

    Oh what a beautful cake!! Love the combination of chocolate and orange!!!

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      August 1, 2014 at 12:51 pm

      Hey Zainab! yes, agreed! Connie made one beautiful cake!! 🙂 I need a slice right now!

      Reply
  3. Arpita@ TheGastronomicBong

    August 1, 2014 at 10:34 am

    What a gorgeous cake!!! Love orange and chocolate combination.. 🙂

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    • hipfoodiemom

      August 1, 2014 at 12:50 pm

      Hello Arpita! yes, I agree .. chocolate + orange is one of my favorite combinations!

      Reply
  4. Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

    August 1, 2014 at 11:19 am

    Wow this is just so gorgeous. I love the contrast the orange twists have!

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      August 1, 2014 at 12:50 pm

      Hi Jolena, I know. . Connie did great here!! This cake is a thing of beauty!

      Reply
  5. Liz @ Floating Kitchen

    August 1, 2014 at 12:13 pm

    Can’t beat orange and chocolate. This looks so good. I love the orange curls on the top!

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      August 1, 2014 at 12:49 pm

      Hi Liz, I know, right?! I love additions and decorative garnishes like this. . so pretty!!!

      Reply
  6. Connie | URBAN BAKES

    August 1, 2014 at 12:16 pm

    Thank you SO much for having me here. I know I’ve said this several times but I’m going to say it again. You’ve truly been an amazing friend in the short time I’ve known you and have helped me with so much. Thanks for everything and for you, being you! Can’t wait to hang out with you and the rest of our little gang in Sept. xoxox

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    • hipfoodiemom

      August 1, 2014 at 12:48 pm

      Thank you, Connie!! I’m so happy life and blogging brought us together!! Can’t wait to see you and everyone next month!

      Reply
  7. Alice

    August 1, 2014 at 11:18 pm

    I’m a choc orange fiend too! Looks so delicious & simply perfect for the weekend. Love that sticky glaze too, a delicious guest post!

    Reply
  8. Dawn @ Words Of Deliciousness

    August 1, 2014 at 11:40 pm

    This cake looks amazing. I agree there aren’t too many things that don’t go with chocolate.
    Alice I hope you are having a great stay in Minnesota, visiting your sister. I have lived in Minnesota most of my life.

    Reply
  9. Kelly

    August 1, 2014 at 11:59 pm

    This cake is beautiful! Love the chocolate and orange combo! The orange peel curls are so pretty! Have a great time in Minneapolis 🙂

    Reply
  10. Erin | The Law Student's Wife

    August 2, 2014 at 7:58 pm

    Orange and chocolate is such a wonderful combination, especially in chocolate cake form! Have a blast with your family in the Twin Cities!

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    • hipfoodiemom

      August 3, 2014 at 9:30 am

      Thanks so much, Erin!!! We’re having a great time!

      Reply
  11. Liz

    August 2, 2014 at 8:47 pm

    Oh, my, Connie, this is one spectacular cake! The orange zest garnish is just the perfect way to finish this beauty off. Alice, hope you are having fun!!! xo

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    • hipfoodiemom

      August 3, 2014 at 9:33 am

      Thanks so much, Liz!!! yes, isn’t this a stunner? We’re having a great time but ready to get home!

      Reply
  12. Thalia @ butter and brioche

    August 3, 2014 at 1:03 am

    wow.. this is a seriously good looking bundt cake! i definitely could devour a slice right now…

    Reply
  13. Sherri@The Well Floured Kitchen

    August 4, 2014 at 10:11 am

    So pretty! I love chocolate and orange together, it’s one of my favorite flavor combos.

    Reply
  14. Russell from Chasing Delicious

    August 4, 2014 at 1:27 pm

    Beautiful and delicious!

    Reply
  15. My Inner Chick

    August 5, 2014 at 8:51 pm

    G O R G E O U S !!!!!!! WOwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwW. I adore Orange & Chocolate.
    I’m in Duluth…Not far from Minneapolis.
    Have fun w/ your sister! xx

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    • hipfoodiemom

      August 6, 2014 at 8:12 am

      Connie outdid herself here, huh? Thank you for the visit!!! and thank you. . already back home and had a great time in Minneapolis as always!

      Reply
  16. Jocelyn@Brucrewlife

    August 11, 2014 at 1:19 am

    This cake is stunning!! I can only imagine how delicious it tasted! 🙂

    Reply
  17. Achamma Alexander

    January 26, 2015 at 5:09 pm

    Look delicious

    Reply

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