Orange Cake Chocolate Sauce

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Orange Cake Chocolate Sauce

Indulge in a sophisticated Orange Cake with Chocolate Sauce—a moist, zesty cake enhanced with Grand Marnier, marzipan, and fresh orange zest. Perfect for any celebration!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Wait Time45 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 410kcal

Ingredients

FOR THE ORANGE CAKE

  • 1 medium orange, zested and squeezed
  • 3 large eggs
  • 4.5 ounces white marzipan
  • 4.5 ounces soft butter + 1 teaspoon for the mold
  • 3.5 ounces all-purpose flour + 1 teaspoon for the mold
  • 3.5 ounces icing sugar
  • 3 tablespoons Grand Marnier
  • 4 ounces candied orange peel, finely diced
  • 1.5 ounces sliced almonds, toasted

FOR THE CHOCOLATE SAUCE

  • 3.5 ounces dark chocolate chips
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 1.5 ounces cocoa powder

Instructions

  • Make the cake: Butter and flour a square baking pan, turn it upside down, and tap it to remove excess flour. Blend the marzipan, orange zest, and orange juice until a smooth cream forms.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the soft butter with the orange zest and sugar. Whisk in the eggs, one at the time. Incorporate the flour and chopped orange peel. Mix well until homogenized. Pour in the almond cream and Grand Marnier, then mix well again until smooth.
  • Bake the cake: Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan. Smooth the top of the cake with the back of a spoon. Bake for about 25 minutes on the bottom rack of the oven. When cooked, unmold the cake on a wire cooling rack and allow cooling. When cold, dust the cake with icing sugar.
  • Finish the cake: Place the milk in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Off the heat, whisk in the dark chocolate until melted. Whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth.
  • Serve the cake: Cut the cake and plate it. Decorate each slice with chocolate sauce, candied orange skin and toasted almonds.

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Tips for Perfect Orange Cake with Chocolate Sauce

  1. Use Fresh Orange Zest and Juice: Freshly zested orange and freshly squeezed juice give the cake a vibrant flavor. Avoid pre-packaged zest or juice to maximize the citrus aroma.
  2. Incorporate Marzipan Smoothly: Blend the marzipan until smooth with the orange zest and juice to ensure an even, velvety texture in the batter. This step helps infuse almond and orange flavors throughout.
  3. Mind the Grand Marnier: Adding Grand Marnier adds depth but can be adjusted based on preference. For a family-friendly version, substitute it with orange extract.
  4. Prepare the Pan Properly: Thoroughly butter and flour the baking pan to prevent sticking. Tapping out excess flour ensures a clean finish for the baked cake.
  5. Check for Doneness: To avoid over-baking, check the cake around 20 minutes by inserting a toothpick in the center. It should come out mostly clean with only a few moist crumbs.
  6. Create a Glossy Chocolate Sauce: Whisk the chocolate chips off the heat to prevent scorching and add the cocoa powder gradually to achieve a silky, glossy sauce.
  7. Garnish Thoughtfully: Top with candied orange peel and toasted almonds for added texture and color contrast. Fresh orange zest can also add a refreshing note.
  8. Serve Warm or Room Temperature: For the best experience, serve the Orange Cake warm with the chocolate sauce for a molten effect.

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