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Chocolate Orange Layer Cake with Ganache

Chocolate Orange Layer Cake with Ganache: A Delightful Recipe!
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Indulge in the rich flavors of our Chocolate Orange Layer Cake with Ganache—a decadent dessert that beautifully combines the lusciousness of chocolate with the vibrant zing of orange. Perfect for any celebration or as a sweet treat to enjoy at home, this cake features layers of moist chocolate sponge, creamy orange filling, and a glossy ganache that will leave your guests asking for seconds. With its stunning presentation and delightful taste, it’s sure to be the star of your dessert table.

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 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot coffee (or hot water)
  • 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
  • ½ cup sugar (for filling)
  • 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • Fresh orange slices or candied orange peel for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth. Stir in hot coffee.
  3. Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  4. For the orange filling: Whisk sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan; add orange juice and cook over medium heat until thickened. Stir in zest and butter; cool completely.
  5. For the ganache: Heat cream until steaming, pour over chopped chocolate; let sit then stir until smooth.
  6. Assemble by layering cakes with orange filling between each layer and pouring ganache over the top.

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