Easy Peasy Quick Chocolate Orange Cake

Indulge your sweet tooth with this Easy Peasy Quick Chocolate Orange Cake—a dessert that combines rich, velvety chocolate with the bright zest of fresh oranges for an irresistible flavor experience. Perfect for busy bakers, this effortless recipe takes just 15 minutes of prep time before the oven works its magic. The batter is infused with fresh orange juice and zest, offering a tangy twist to the chocolaty goodness, while a splash of boiling water ensures the cake stays ultra-moist. Whether you top it with a dusting of powdered sugar or a decadent drizzle of chocolate ganache, this one-bowl wonder is ideal for weeknight treats, family celebrations, or cozy afternoons with coffee. With its quick preparation, minimal cleanup, and show-stopping flavor combination, this chocolate orange cake is bound to become a favorite go-to dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.25 cup vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup boiling water
• 0 powdered sugar or chocolate ganache (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a smooth batter forms.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the boiling water and stir carefully. The batter will be thin; this is normal and helps create a moist texture.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate ganache for an extra touch of sweetness before serving.

Step 10

Slice and enjoy your Easy Peasy Quick Chocolate Orange Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(986.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2289.8

Total Fat 72.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.9g
Cholesterol 383.0mg	0%
Sodium 3943.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 395.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 228.4g
Protein 44.3g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 306.0mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 1397.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.0%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 65.7%