Description
Indulge in the decadence of Almost Flourless Chocolate-Orange Cake, a rich and fudgy dessert that harmonizes deep chocolate flavors with vibrant orange zest. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy nights in, where every bite provides a delightful citrus aroma and a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- Zest of 1 orange (preferably organic)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Melt dark chocolate and butter together in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk sugar, eggs, orange zest, and vanilla until well combined. Gradually stir in the melted chocolate mixture.
- Sift cocoa powder and gently fold it into the wet ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Cool in the pan for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with cocoa powder or powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 78g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg