Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 large eggs
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans, optional
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
40-45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and orange zest until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the egg yolks, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- In a separate bowl, microwave the chocolate chips and orange liqueur together until melted and smooth. Stir into the batter.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans, if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information:
One slice contains approximately:
- 330 calories
- 20g fat
- 30g carbohydrates
- 5g protein
Dish Characteristics:
- Dense and fudgy texture
- Rich chocolate flavor with hints of orange
- Can be served plain or with whipped cream or ice cream
User Comments:
- "This cake was an absolute delight! The orange zest added the perfect amount of citrusy flavor." - Sarah M.
- "I loved the fudgy texture and the combination of chocolate and orange." - John B.
- "I highly recommend serving this cake with a dollop of whipped cream for the perfect finishing touch." - Amy G.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overbeat the batter, as this can make the cake tough.
- If you don't have orange liqueur, you can use the same amount of orange juice instead.
- For a more intense orange flavor, use two tablespoons of orange zest instead of one.
