Description
A beautifully marbled bundt cake combining zesty orange and rich chocolate, finished with a silky ganache glaze. Perfect for celebrations, brunches, or an indulgent afternoon treat.
Ingredients
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup fresh orange juice
¾ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
½ cup whole milk
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
1. Grease and flour a Bundt pan thoroughly, covering all grooves.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar using a mixer until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Mix in orange zest, vanilla, and orange juice.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with yogurt and milk. Mix until just combined.
6. For a swirl effect, divide batter in half and add extra cocoa to one half. Swirl both batters in the pan.
7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Let cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Heat heavy cream until steaming, pour over chocolate chips, let sit, then stir into a smooth glaze.
10. Drizzle glaze over cooled cake. Garnish with orange slices or zest if desired.
Notes
For a stronger orange flavor, add a few drops of orange extract along with the zest.
Be sure to not overmix the batter to keep the crumb tender and fluffy.
Always let the cake cool completely before glazing to prevent melting or sliding.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chocolate orange cake, bundt cake, citrus cake