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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 a decadent Chocolate Orange Layer Cake with Ganache, a dessert that beautifully marries the rich flavors of chocolate with the bright zest of orange. Perfect for any celebration or as a sweet treat at home, this cake features moist chocolate layers, a refreshing orange cream filling, and a glossy ganache topping that will surely impress your guests. With straightforward instructions and customizable garnishes, even novice bakers can create this stunning centerpiece. Whether you opt for fresh orange slices or candied peel as decoration, this delightful cake is destined to be the star of your dessert spread.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 8 oz dark chocolate (chopped)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture; mix until smooth.
  4. Gradually stir in hot coffee (or water) until combined.
  5. Divide the batter among prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.
  6. For the filling, whisk sugar, cornstarch, egg yolks; gradually add orange juice and cook until thickened. Stir in zest and butter.
  7. Prepare ganache by heating cream; pour over chocolate and stir until smooth. Add butter for shine.
  8. Assemble cake by layering with orange filling between each layer and topping with ganache.

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