Orange Chocolate Marble Cake with Orange Buttercream Frosting

Indulge in the perfect harmony of zesty citrus and rich cocoa with this Orange Chocolate Marble Cake with Orange Buttercream Frosting. This elegant dessert combines moist, tender cake layers swirled with vibrant orange and decadent chocolate batters, creating a visually stunning marble effect. Infused with fresh orange zest and juice, the cake is a burst of refreshing flavor, perfectly balanced by the subtle bitterness of cocoa. The crowning glory is a creamy orange buttercream frosting, delicately scented with orange zest for a citrusy finish that melts in your mouth. Ideal for any special occasion or as a standout centerpiece for your dessert table, this cake is as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether you’re a fan of citrus desserts, chocolate confections, or both, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Orange zest
• 0.5 cup Fresh orange juice
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 3 tablespoons Cocoa powder
• 3 drops Orange food coloring (optional)
• 3 cups Powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup Butter (for frosting)
• 3 tablespoons Fresh orange juice (for frosting)
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest (for frosting)
• 1 tablespoon Milk (if needed for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or a 9-inch round cake pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract and orange zest.

Step 5

Combine the orange juice and milk in a small bowl. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the orange juice mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Divide the batter into two bowls. In one bowl, stir in the cocoa powder until evenly combined. If desired, add orange food coloring to the other bowl to enhance the orange layer.

Step 7

Spoon alternating dollops of the orange and chocolate batters into the prepared pan. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the batters together, creating a marble effect. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

While the cake cools, prepare the frosting. In a large bowl, beat the butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed to avoid a sugar cloud.

Step 10

Add the fresh orange juice and orange zest to the frosting. If the frosting is too thick, add the milk, one teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 11

Once the cake is completely cool, spread the orange buttercream frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake using an offset spatula or a knife.

Step 12

Slice, serve, and enjoy your Orange Chocolate Marble Cake with Orange Buttercream Frosting!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1704.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5622.2

Total Fat 220.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 127.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1266.3mg	0%
Sodium 2455.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 887.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 676.4g
Protein 61.0g	0%

Vitamin D 301.5IU	0%
Calcium 427.5mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 1438.4mg	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: 34.4%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 61.4%