{"id":22295,"date":"2024-06-06T11:50:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-06T18:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/?p=22295"},"modified":"2025-06-04T13:54:57","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T20:54:57","slug":"chocolate-orange-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/chocolate-orange-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Chocolate Orange Cake with Orange Buttercream"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>This Chocolate Orange <\/em>C<em>ake is the perfect blend of citrus flavors and dark chocolate. It features four layers of chocolate cake filled with tangy orange buttercream, topped with a shiny chocolate glaze and chocolate orange slices.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"Chocolate-Orange Cake - If you love chocolate-orange flavors, this cake is for you! It's a delicious chocolate cake filled with tangy orange buttercream and topped with chocolate oranges. | From SugarHero.com #chocolate #orange #layercake #chocolatecake #chocolateorange #birthdaycake\" data-pin-title=\"Chocolate Orange Cake\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-5.jpg\" alt=\"tall chocolate cake frosted with orange buttercream and a drippy chocolate glaze \" class=\"wp-image-22299\" title=\"Chocolate orange cake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-5-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-5-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-5-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-5-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-5-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-5-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-5-378x567.jpg 378w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-5.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"%f0%9f%8d%8achocolate-orange-layer-cake\">&#127818;Chocolate Orange Layer Cake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I&rsquo;ve loved the combination of chocolate and orange ever since I first discovered a chocolate orange in my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/tag\/christmas-recipes\/\">Christmas<\/a> stocking as a child. Something about the contrast between rich, dark <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/tag\/chocolate\/\">chocolate<\/a> and bright, zesty <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/tag\/citrus\/\">orange flavor<\/a> just hits all the right notes for my taste buds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This towering&nbsp;<strong>Chocolate Orange Cake <\/strong>features 4 thick layers of chocolate cake, brushed with orange simple syrup for extra flavor and moisture. It&rsquo;s stacked with zesty orange buttercream, and decorated with glossy chocolate ganache and&ndash;as tribute to those <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/tag\/christmas-recipes\/\">Christmas<\/a> stocking treasures from long ago&ndash;finished with chocolate orange slices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope you love this recipe as much as my family does! It&rsquo;s an ultra-decadent cake that&rsquo;s just bursting with chocolate and orange flavor. It&rsquo;s a wonderful cure to the drab winter blues, but I can honestly eat it year-round!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-tip is-style-border has-background has-pattern-secondary-background-color\"><div class=\"cwp-inner\">\n\n<p class=\"block-tip__title is-style-heading has-big-font-size\">More Chocolate Orange Desserts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you like the the flavor combination of chocolate and orange, you will love my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/chocolate-orange-panna-cotta\/\">Chocolate Orange Panna Cotta<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/candied-orange-white-chocolate-bars\/\">Orange White Chocolate Bars<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/orange-hot-chocolate\/\">Orange Hot Chocolate<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/pistachio-orange-cake\/\">Pistachio Orange Truffle Cake<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"Chocolate-Orange Cake - If you love chocolate-orange flavors, this cake is for you! It's a delicious chocolate cake filled with tangy orange buttercream and topped with chocolate oranges. | From SugarHero.com #chocolate #orange #layercake #chocolatecake #chocolateorange #birthdaycake\" data-pin-title=\"Chocolate Orange Cake\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-7.jpg\" alt=\"close-up of an individual cake slice\" class=\"wp-image-22301\" title=\"Chocolate-Orange Cake - If you love chocolate-orange flavors, this cake is for you! It's a delicious chocolate cake filled with tangy orange buttercream and topped with chocolate oranges. | From SugarHero.com \" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-7-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-7-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-7-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-7.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\" open><summary><span><h2 id=\"table-of-contents\">Table of Contents<\/h2><\/span><\/summary><ul><li><a href=\"#%f0%9f%8d%8achocolate-orange-layer-cake\">&#127818;Chocolate Orange Layer Cake<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#%f0%9f%a7%be-what-youll-need\">&#129534; What You&rsquo;ll Need<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#wprm-recipe-container-22307\">Chocolate Orange Cake with Orange Buttercream Recipe<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#tutorial\">&#128248; Photo Tutorial: Chocolate Orange Cake With Orange Buttercream<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#tips\">&#128161; Tips For Success<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faqs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/details>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"%f0%9f%a7%be-what-youll-need\">&#129534; What You&rsquo;ll Need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Because there are several different components to this tall layer cake, the ingredient list is a bit long. Fortunately, most of the ingredients are baking staples you probably already have. Below I&rsquo;ve listed out specialty ingredients and a few tips to help you gather what you need. <strong>You can find the full list of ingredients in the <a href=\"#recipe\">recipe card<\/a> below. <\/strong><br>(<em>Links are affiliate links and I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.)<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chocolate Cake<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Unsweetened cocoa powder:<\/span>&nbsp;<\/strong>Since this cake gets&nbsp;<em>all<\/em>&nbsp;of its chocolate flavor from cocoa powder, I recommend using a <strong>high-quality, dutch-processed cocoa powder<\/strong> (also known as <strong>alkalized<\/strong> cocoa powder). Cheap cocoa powders can be nearly flavorless, or worse, impart a bitter, dusty, or stale flavor. My personal favorite is&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3178Zq6\">Cacao Barry Extra Brute<\/a>&nbsp;&ndash; it hits that sweet spot between very high-quality and affordability since it is sold in bulk. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Butter: <\/span>&nbsp;<\/strong>Use <strong>unsalted butter<\/strong>, and leave it at room temperature for about 30 minutes before you start baking so it can soften. See &lsquo;Cake Tips&rsquo; in the <a href=\"#tips\">tips section<\/a> for more information about using butter. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Eggs: <\/span>&nbsp;<\/strong>You&rsquo;ll need large eggs for the cake batter (not extra large or medium). Allow them to come to room temperature before using them but letting them rest on the counter for about 30 minutes. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buttercream Frosting<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Unsweetened chocolate: <\/span>&nbsp;<\/strong>To give the chocolate frosting a deep, rich flavor, use <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ybnBYl\" data-eafl-id=\"68990\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">unsweetened chocolate.<\/a> You&rsquo;ll only need 1 oz, so if you&rsquo;d prefer to economize, use any high-quality chocolate  you have on hand that has a high percentage of cacao in it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Pasteurized egg whites:<\/strong><\/span><\/strong> This frosting recipe is a little different, in that it uses <strong>pasteurized egg whites from a carton<\/strong>. They are usually sold right next to the eggs in the refrigerated section. YES, it is safe to consume uncooked egg whites as long as they have been pasteurized! If you can&rsquo;t find pasteurized egg whites in a carton, buy some pasteurized eggs from the store and separate them yourself &ndash; you&rsquo;ll need about 6 egg whites for this recipe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Orange gel food coloring:<\/strong><\/span> To get a bright orange colored buttercream, I like to use <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3rL38D9\" data-eafl-id=\"53265\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">orange gel food coloring<\/a>. Unlike liquid food coloring, you only need to use a little gel coloring to achieve a vibrant shade. My preferred brand is Americolor. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Orange oil:<\/strong><\/span> Note this is NOT orange essential oil&ndash;it&rsquo;s a flavoring oil specifically meant for food. I love it because it provides a big POP of orange flavor with just a few drops! Lor-Ann is my favorite brand of <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3dD4zgM\" data-eafl-id=\"68972\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">orange oil<\/a>. You can substitute <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2WCMsMN\" data-eafl-id=\"66794\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">orange extract<\/a> if you don&rsquo;t have the oil, but you might need to add a little extra since the extract is less potent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Orange zest: <\/strong><\/span> Adding delicate orange zest to the buttercream gives it a fresh orange flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Citric acid<\/strong>:<\/span> This is optional, since it will probably need to be purchased online, but if you can track it down, I HIGHLY recommend it! <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3awHI4F\" data-eafl-id=\"68973\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Citric acid<\/a> is my secret ingredient for making extremely realistic fruit desserts. It&rsquo;s a granular white powder (similar in texture to salt) and is SUPER sour. Just a pinch will add a realistic tangy flavor to any fruit dessert. You can get a whole pound of it for about $12, and that amount will last forever!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Assembly and Decoration<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Orange juice:<\/strong><\/span> The secret to amazing orange flavor throughout the cake is making a simple syrup from orange juice and brushing it over each cake layer before frosting it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Semi-sweet chocolate:<\/strong><\/span><\/strong> Chopping up a chocolate bar will give you the best flavor&ndash;I&rsquo;m a big proponent of <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3dABdQp\" data-eafl-id=\"68974\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Trader Joe&rsquo;s pound plus bars<\/a>&ndash;otherwise, go for <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3WivceP\" data-eafl-id=\"68975\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">high-quality chocolate chips<\/a> like&nbsp;Guittard.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Heavy whipping cream:<\/span><\/strong> I like heavy whipping cream best for the rich texture it gives to ganache, but you can use whipping cream if that&rsquo;s what&rsquo;s available to you.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Chocolate oranges:<\/strong><\/span> Optional but fun! They can be hard to track down in non-winter months, but you can always get <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4dsrVT8\" data-eafl-id=\"68977\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">chocolate oranges<\/a> online if you&rsquo;re committed to the theme. Otherwise, just use anything that is chocolate or orange-themed: chocolate sprinkles, orange Sixlets, mini chocolate chips, or slices of candied orange rind would all be great decorations too!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffdee6 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Chocolate flakes:<\/strong><\/span> Whenever I use these particular <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4bADfuz\" data-eafl-id=\"68979\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">chocolate flakes<\/a>, people ask about them! They are real chocolate and are made by Cacao Barry. If you can&rsquo;t find them, just use regular chocolate sprinkles. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"This chocolate orange cake is the perfect blend of citrus flavors and dark chocolate. It features four layers of chocolate cake filled with tangy orange buttercream, topped with a shiny chocolate glaze and chocolate orange slices.\n#sugarhero #chocolateorangecake #chocolatecake #layercakes #orangecake\" data-pin-title=\"Chocolate Orange Cake\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-1.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of chocolate orange slice on orange buttercream\" class=\"wp-image-30988\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Equipment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffedba 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">A mixer:<\/span><\/strong> A MUST for making the cake batter and frosting. A stand mixer (like my trusty&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/31xijBW\" data-eafl-id=\"51977\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">KitchenAid&nbsp;stand mixer<\/a>) or a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3juv6CH\" data-eafl-id=\"52458\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">hand mixer<\/a> will both work. Make sure to use a&nbsp;<strong>paddle blade<\/strong>&nbsp;for the cake batter, and a <strong>whisk attachment<\/strong>&nbsp;for the frosting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #fff1cb 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Cake pans and cardboard cake rounds:<\/strong><\/span><\/strong> This recipe is written to use four <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3XURYKs\" data-eafl-id=\"52396\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">8&Prime; cake pans<\/a>, but you can also use four <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3TI8DBH\" data-eafl-id=\"65410\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">9&Prime; cake pans<\/a> and adjust the baking time. You&rsquo;ll also need four <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3V49ZYf\" data-eafl-id=\"67297\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">cardboard cake rounds<\/a> to place under each of the layers when assembling the cake. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffedba 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Basic cake tools:<\/strong><\/span> Assembling and decorating will be MUCH easier if you have <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2CqdzCN\" data-eafl-id=\"67290\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">parchment circles<\/a>, a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3joJEDV\" data-eafl-id=\"52399\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">cake turntable<\/a>, an <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/40gYpct\" data-eafl-id=\"52400\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">offset spatula<\/a> and a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3JTlYle\" data-eafl-id=\"59223\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">silicone pastry brush<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffedba 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\"><strong>Piping tools<\/strong>:<\/span> To create the rosettes around the edge of the cake, a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Jvbt80\" data-eafl-id=\"52401\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">piping bag<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3e1bBu3\" data-eafl-id=\"68982\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">large closed star tip<\/a>&nbsp;is a must. I used Ateco tip #849.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffedba 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Squeeze bottle:<\/span><\/strong> A <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3UWjg4m\" data-eafl-id=\"52678\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">squeeze bottle<\/a> is a big help for getting those perfect ganache drips!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 50%, #ffedba 50%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Microplane:<\/span><\/strong> Use a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3303b20\" data-eafl-id=\"57754\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">microplane<\/a> to make orange zest. A very fine grater can be substituted if you don&rsquo;t have a microplane.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"This chocolate orange cake is the perfect blend of citrus flavors and dark chocolate. It features four layers of chocolate cake filled with tangy orange buttercream, topped with a shiny chocolate glaze and chocolate orange slices.\n#sugarhero #chocolateorangecake #chocolatecake #layercakes #orangecake\" data-pin-title=\"Chocolate Orange Cake\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-6.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate Orange Cake on a wooden cake stand in front of a wooden background\" class=\"wp-image-22300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-6-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-6-400x267.jpg 400w, 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has-big-font-size\">&#10084;&#65039; More Orange Desserts<\/p>\n\n<\/div><div class=\"block-quick-links__inner\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/orange-bundt-cake\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/orange-bundt-cake-square-6-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Orange Bundt Cake on a cooling rack, with a large slice cut into it.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/orange-bundt-cake-square-6-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/orange-bundt-cake-square-6-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/orange-bundt-cake-square-6-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/orange-bundt-cake-square-6-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/orange-bundt-cake-square-6-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/orange-bundt-cake-square-6-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/orange-bundt-cake-square-6-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/orange-bundt-cake-square-6.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/orange-bundt-cake-square-6.jpg\"><span>Orange Bundt Cake<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/clemen-thyme-chocolate-chunk-cookies\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/clemen-thyme-cookies-square-1-featured-image-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Close up of a hand breaking a Clemen-Thyme Chocolate Chunk Cookie.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/clemen-thyme-cookies-square-1-featured-image-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/clemen-thyme-cookies-square-1-featured-image-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/clemen-thyme-cookies-square-1-featured-image-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/clemen-thyme-cookies-square-1-featured-image-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/clemen-thyme-cookies-square-1-featured-image-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/clemen-thyme-cookies-square-1-featured-image-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/clemen-thyme-cookies-square-1-featured-image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/clemen-thyme-cookies-square-1-featured-image.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/clemen-thyme-cookies-square-1-featured-image.jpg\"><span>Clemen-Thyme Chocolate Chunk Cookies<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/chocolate-orange-brownies\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/chocolate-orange-brownies-alt-1-sq-featured-image-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Stack of four chocolate orange brownies with orange slices alongside them.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/chocolate-orange-brownies-alt-1-sq-featured-image-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/chocolate-orange-brownies-alt-1-sq-featured-image-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/chocolate-orange-brownies-alt-1-sq-featured-image-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/chocolate-orange-brownies-alt-1-sq-featured-image-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/chocolate-orange-brownies-alt-1-sq-featured-image-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/chocolate-orange-brownies-alt-1-sq-featured-image-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/chocolate-orange-brownies-alt-1-sq-featured-image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/chocolate-orange-brownies-alt-1-sq-featured-image.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/chocolate-orange-brownies-alt-1-sq-featured-image.jpg\"><span>Chocolate-Orange Brownies<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/clementine-cookies\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/clementine-cookies-square-2-featured-image-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"5 Clementine Cookies on a plate.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/clementine-cookies-square-2-featured-image-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/clementine-cookies-square-2-featured-image-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/clementine-cookies-square-2-featured-image-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/clementine-cookies-square-2-featured-image-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/clementine-cookies-square-2-featured-image-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/clementine-cookies-square-2-featured-image-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/clementine-cookies-square-2-featured-image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/clementine-cookies-square-2-featured-image.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/clementine-cookies-square-2-featured-image.jpg\"><span>Clementine Cookies<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/hazelnut-orange-chocolate-scones\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/hazelnut-scones-2-featured-image-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Close up of a Hazelnut Orange Chocolate Scone.\" 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votes<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">This Chocolate Orange Cake is the perfect blend of citrus flavors and dark chocolate. It features four layers of chocolate cake filled with tangy orange buttercream, topped with a shiny chocolate glaze and chocolate orange slices.<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-hours\">3<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">4<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Yields<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-22307 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-text-buttons wprm-block-text-bold\" data-recipe=\"22307\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\" data-button-background=\"#d2016f\" data-button-accent=\"#ffffff\" data-button-radius=\"3px\">18<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n\t\n\t<div id=\"recipe-22307-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-22307-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"22307\" data-servings=\"18\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-container wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-22307-container wprm-toggle-container wprm-toggle-buttons-container wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"--wprm-toggle-button-background: var(--wp--preset--color--background);--wprm-toggle-button-accent: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);--wprm-toggle-button-radius: 0;\"><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle wprm-toggle-active\" data-multiplier=\"1\" data-servings=\"18\" data-recipe=\"22307\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 1x\">1x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"2\" data-servings=\"18\" data-recipe=\"22307\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 2x\">2x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"3\" data-servings=\"18\" data-recipe=\"22307\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 3x\">3x<\/button><\/div><div class=\"wprm-unit-conversion-container wprm-unit-conversion-container-22307 wprm-unit-conversion-container-buttons wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--background);border-color: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);color: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);border-radius: 0;\"><button class=\"wprm-unit-conversion wprmpuc-active\" data-system=\"1\" data-recipe=\"22307\" style=\"background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);color: var(--wp--preset--color--background);\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to US Standard\">US Standard<\/button><button class=\"wprm-unit-conversion\" data-system=\"2\" data-recipe=\"22307\" style=\"background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);color: var(--wp--preset--color--background);border-left: 1px solid var(--wp--preset--color--senary);\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to Metric\">Metric<\/button><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Chocolate Cake:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;3 cups water\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">water<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4.5 oz unsweetened cocoa powder, [adjustable](1 &frac12; cups)[\/adjustable]\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4.5<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Hx95fO\" data-eafl-id=\"52027\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">unsweetened cocoa powder<\/a><\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(1 &frac12; cups)<\/span><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;18 oz all-purpose flour, [adjustable](4 cups)[\/adjustable]\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">18<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">all-purpose flour<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(4 cups)<\/span><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 TBSP baking soda\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">TBSP<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">baking soda<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;&frac34; tsp baking powder\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">&frac34;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">baking powder<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 &frac12; tsp salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 &frac12;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;12 oz unsalted butter, at room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">12<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">at room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;26 oz granulated sugar, [adjustable](3 &frac34; cups)[\/adjustable]\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">26<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(3 &frac34; cups)<\/span><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;6 large eggs, at room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">6<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">large eggs<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">at room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 TBSP vanilla extract\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">TBSP<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3dFNvH3\" data-eafl-id=\"64154\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">vanilla extract<\/a><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Buttercream:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 oz unsweetened chocolate, finely chopped\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2islqTy\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">unsweetened chocolate<\/a><\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">finely chopped<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;6 fl oz  pasteurized liquid egg whites, [adjustable](3\/4 cup[\/adjustable], see Note below)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">6<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">fl oz <\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pasteurized liquid egg whites<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(3\/4 cup<\/span>, see Note below)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;24 oz powdered sugar, [adjustable](6 cups)[\/adjustable]\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">24<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">powdered sugar<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(6 cups)<\/span><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2 tsp salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;24 oz unsalted butter, [adjustable](6 sticks)[\/adjustable], at room temperature \"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">24<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(6 sticks)<\/span>, at room temperature <\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-15\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 TBSP vanilla extract\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-15\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">TBSP<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3dFNvH3\" data-eafl-id=\"64154\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">vanilla extract<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"18\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-16\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;Orange gel food coloring\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-16\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3rL38D9\" data-eafl-id=\"53265\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Orange gel food coloring<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"19\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-17\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 tsp orange oil, or [adjustable]2 tsp[\/adjustable] orange extract\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-17\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2DpYzDC\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">orange oil<\/a><\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or <span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">2 tsp<\/span> orange extract<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"20\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-18\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;Zest of 2 oranges, [adjustable](about 4 TBSP)[\/adjustable]\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-18\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Zest of 2 oranges<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(about 4 TBSP)<\/span><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"21\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-19\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;&frac14; tsp citric acid, optional\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-19\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">&frac14;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2nEYD9D\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">citric acid<\/a><\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">optional<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">To Assemble:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"23\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-20\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;5 fl oz  orange juice, [adjustable](2\/3 cup)[\/adjustable]\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-20\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">5<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">fl oz <\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">orange juice<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(2\/3 cup)<\/span><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"24\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-21\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4.6 oz granulated sugar, [adjustable](2\/3 cup)[\/adjustable]\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-21\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4.6<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(2\/3 cup)<\/span><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"25\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-22\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-22\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3q8FPQm\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">semi-sweet chocolate<\/a><\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">finely chopped<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"26\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-23\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;6 fl oz  heavy cream\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-23\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">6<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">fl oz <\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">heavy cream<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"27\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-24\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;Chocolate flakes, or chocolate sprinkles, optional\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-24\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Chocolate flakes<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or chocolate sprinkles, optional<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"28\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-25\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;Chocolate orange slices, or other decorations, optional\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-25\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Chocolate orange slices<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or other decorations, optional<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\t<div class=\"wpforms-container one-line has-octonary-background-color wpforms-location-save_recipe_wprm\" id=\"wpforms-68604\"><form id=\"wpforms-form-68604\" class=\"wpforms-validate wpforms-form wpforms-ajax-form\" data-formid=\"68604\" method=\"post\" enctype=\"multipart\/form-data\" action=\"\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22295\" data-token=\"bd2dc44a313376bf0ecf85f78b3aa74a\" data-token-time=\"1776165108\"><div class=\"wpforms-head-container\"><div class=\"wpforms-title\">Save this recipe!<\/div><div class=\"wpforms-description\">Get this sent right to your inbox, plus great new recipes weekly!<\/div><\/div><noscript class=\"wpforms-error-noscript\">Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this 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Line four 8-inch cake pans with sides at least 2&rdquo; high with parchment rounds, and spray the insides with nonstick cooking spray.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Pour the water into a medium bowl and microwave until it starts to boil, 3-4 minutes. Add the cocoa powder and whisk well, until all of the dry cocoa dissolves. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap to prevent water from evaporating, and let it sit until the paste is warm but not burning hot.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, and set aside.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Combine the butter and sugar in the bowl of a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, and beat on medium speed for 8-10 minutes, until very light and fluffy. Add the eggs two at a time, beating for about a minute between each addition, then mix in the vanilla.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the cocoa paste in batches, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Finish by scraping the bottom and sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula to mix the cake batter well.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Divide the batter between the prepared pans&mdash;if you have a kitchen scale, each pan should get about 22-23 oz of batter. Bake at 350 F for about 30 minutes, until the cakes spring back when lightly pressed with a fingertip and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Cool the cakes completely before using them. They can be made in advance and kept, well-wrapped, in the refrigerator for a week or in the freezer for several weeks. Allow them to partially defrost before assembling.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">To Make the Buttercream:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Place the unsweetened chocolate in a small bowl and microwave for 30 seconds. Stir, and microwave in smaller increments if necessary until melted and smooth. Set aside until the melted chocolate is no longer hot.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Meanwhile, combine the whites, powdered sugar, and salt in the bowl of a large stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Mix everything together on low speed, until the sugar is moistened and no dry patches remain. Turn off the mixer, scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a spatula, then turn the mixer to medium speed. Beat on medium for 5 minutes.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-1-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">After 5 minutes, turn the mixer to medium-low and start adding the softened room temperature butter, 1-2 tablespoons at a time. Once all of the butter is incorporated, add the vanilla extract and mix it in. Stop the mixer and scrape down the bottom and sides once more. Turn the speed to medium and beat the buttercream for 10 minutes. At the end, you&rsquo;ll have a frosting with a wonderfully light and creamy texture.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-1-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Separate out approximately 1\/2 cup of frosting, and mix the melted chocolate into the frosting to make a deep, rich chocolate color.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-1-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">To the rest of the frosting, add several drops of orange gel food coloring, the orange zest, the orange oil or extract, and the citric acid (if using). Mix well, and adjust the color and flavoring until you&rsquo;re satisfied.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-1-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">At this point, the frostings can be used right away, or transferred to an airtight container. If you&rsquo;ll be using them within a day they can be left out on the counter. Otherwise, store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Refrigerated buttercream needs to COMPLETELY come to room temperature and then be beaten for several minutes to smooth it out and restore its texture before being used to frost the cake. <\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">To Assemble and Decorate:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-2-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Make the orange syrup by combining the orange juice and granulated sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently while the mixture heats up and comes to a simmer. Once simmering, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool to room temperature.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-2-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Place the cake rounds on 8-inch cardboard cake circles. Place one layer on a cake turntable. Take a pastry brush, and generously brush the top of the chocolate cake with the orange syrup.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-2-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Place a big dollop of orange frosting on the cake layer&mdash;about 1 generous cup&mdash;and use a metal spatula to spread the frosting into an even layer going all the way out to the edges of the cake.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-2-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Top the cake round with a second cake layer, and repeat the syrup and frosting process again. Repeat the layering process with the third layer, and finally, add the last cake layer. Brush the top of the cake with the orange syrup.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-2-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Then cover the top and sides of the cake with a very thin layer of frosting&mdash;this is the crumb coat, which locks crumbs into the frosting and also provides some stability to the cake. Refrigerate the cake for 45-60 minutes, until the crumb coat is set and the cake feels firm and stable.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-2-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">If the orange buttercream has started to get spongy, re-whip it briefly until it is smooth and silky. Cover the top and sides of the chilled cake with a thicker layer of frosting. Use a bench scraper or metal spatula to smooth out the sides and top of the cake as much as possible. Chill for 30-45 minutes, until firm.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-2-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Take a small metal spatula and dab the chocolate buttercream in small spots all around the sides of the cake. Use a bench scraper or large metal spatula to smooth out the buttercream and create a smooth surface with subtle chocolate streaks. (You can add more orange frosting or chocolate frosting until you get an effect you love.)<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-2-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Make the chocolate ganache by combining the chopped semi-sweet chocolate and the cream in a medium bowl, and microwave for 1 minute. Whisk well, and if any chunks of chocolate remain, whisk again briefly until it is completely melted and smooth. The chocolate glaze should have a fairly thin texture. Test the consistency by dipping a spoon into the ganache and letting the excess drip off back into the bowl; it should almost immediately blend back into the rest of the glaze.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-2-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Transfer the chocolate glaze to a squeeze bottle with a narrow tip. Squeeze about a dime-sized amount of glaze on the top edge of the cake, and nudge it gently so it starts to slide down the side. Squeeze another small circular amount of glaze right next to the first drip, and continue this process all the way around the top edge of the cake until the edge is covered by a ring of drips. To get drips of different lengths, vary the amount of ganache squeezed in each circle and vary how much of it you nudge over the side with the bottle tip.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-2-9\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Squeeze the remaining glaze into the center of the cake, and use a small spatula to smooth it into an even layer that joins with the outer ring. Let the glaze set for 10 minutes in the refrigerator, or about 30 minutes at room temperature, so that it&rsquo;s not completely soft and liquid when adding the decorations on top.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-2-10\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Transfer the remaining orange buttercream to a piping bag fitted with a large closed star tip (I used Ateco #849), and pipe frosting rosettes all along the edges of the cake. Top the rosettes with chocolate flakes or sprinkles, chocolate orange slices, or any other decorations you&rsquo;d like.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22307-step-2-11\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">For the best taste and texture, serve this cake at room temperature. Leftovers keep well, and can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, but will taste best when eaten within 3-4 days.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-22307-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Recipe Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Pasteurized egg whites:<\/strong> This recipe calls for pasteurized egg whites. It is safe to consume egg whites without cooking them, as long as you make sure that the whites you buy are <em><strong>pasteurized<\/strong><\/em>. To save time, I buy them in a carton&ndash;look for 100% egg whites, not liquid egg substitute. If you cannot find them in a carton, you can buy pasteurized eggs and separate them yourself. You&rsquo;ll need about 5-6 large eggs to get the &frac34; cup called for in the recipe.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-measuring-tips\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header\">Measuring Tips<\/h3>\n\t\t<p>Our recipes are developed using weight measurements, and we highly recommend using a kitchen scale for baking whenever possible. However, if you prefer to use cups, volume measurements are provided as well. PLEASE NOTE: the adage &ldquo;8 oz = 1 cup&rdquo; is NOT true when speaking about weight, so don&rsquo;t be concerned if the measurements don&rsquo;t fit this formula.<\/p>\n\t\t<p>Want to learn more about baking measurements and conversion?<\/p>\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/frequently-asked-questions\/#measurements\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-22307-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">778<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">117<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">55<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">34<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">190<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">301<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">287<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">89<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1665<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4.4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">59<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3.3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-call-to-action wprm-call-to-action-simple\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground);background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--quaternary);margin: 0px;padding-top: var(--wp--custom--layout--padding);padding-bottom: var(--wp--custom--layout--padding);\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-call-to-action-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g 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C8.332,23.986,8.741,24,12,24s3.668-0.014,4.948-0.072c1.95-0.089,3.663-0.567,5.038-1.942c1.375-1.375,1.853-3.088,1.942-5.038 C23.986,15.668,24,15.259,24,12s-0.014-3.668-0.072-4.948c-0.089-1.95-0.567-3.663-1.942-5.038 c-1.375-1.375-3.088-1.853-5.038-1.942C15.668,0.014,15.259,0,12,0L12,0z\"><\/path> <path data-color=\"color-2\" d=\"M12,5.838c-3.403,0-6.162,2.759-6.162,6.162S8.597,18.162,12,18.162s6.162-2.759,6.162-6.162 S15.403,5.838,12,5.838z M12,16c-2.209,0-4-1.791-4-4s1.791-4,4-4s4,1.791,4,4S14.209,16,12,16z\"><\/path> <circle data-color=\"color-2\" cx=\"18.406\" cy=\"5.594\" r=\"1.44\"><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-call-to-action-text-container\"><span class=\"wprm-call-to-action-header\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground);\">Tried this recipe?<\/span><span class=\"wprm-call-to-action-text\">Snap a pic and hashtag it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/explore\/tags\/SugarHero\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">#SugarHero<\/a>. We love to see your creations on our Instagram <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/elabau\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">@elabau<\/a>.<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tutorial\">&#128248; Photo Tutorial: Chocolate Orange Cake With Orange Buttercream<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&rsquo;ve layered and frosted the cake, use this photo tutorial to help you decorate your cake. You can find the full instructions in the <a href=\"#recipe\">recipe card<\/a> above as well. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"68971\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-1.jpg\" alt=\"Using a spatula to put dabs of chocolate frosting on the outside of a chocolate orange cake frosted with orange buttercream.\" class=\"wp-image-68971\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-1-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-1-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-1-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-1-378x567.jpg 378w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"68970\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-2.jpg\" alt=\"Blending the chocolate frosting into the orange frosting on the cake.\" class=\"wp-image-68970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-2-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-2-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-2-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-2-378x567.jpg 378w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-2.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Create a Chocolate Buttercream Streak Effect<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Remove chilled cake. <\/strong>Remove chilled, frosted cake from the refrigerator. It should be nice and firm on the outside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dab outside with chocolate frosting. <\/strong>Take a small metal spatula and dab the chocolate buttercream in small spots all around the sides of the cake. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Smooth outside of cake. <\/strong>Use a bench scraper or large metal spatula to smooth out the buttercream and create a smooth surface with subtle chocolate streaks. (You can add more orange frosting or chocolate frosting until you get an effect you love.)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"68992\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68992\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-3-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-3-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-3-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-3-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-3-378x567.jpg 378w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-3.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"68968\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-4.jpg\" alt=\"Placing a ring of orange buttercream swirls around the outside of a chocolate orange cake.\" class=\"wp-image-68968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-4-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-4-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-4-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-4-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-4-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-4-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-4-378x567.jpg 378w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-4.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Add Chocolate Drip and Buttercream Rosettes<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Fill squeeze bottle with ganache. <\/strong>Use a squeeze bottle filled with chocolate glaze to make the chocolate drip around the top of the cake. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Squeeze and nudge ganache. <\/strong>Squeeze about a dime-sized amount of glaze on the top edge of the cake, and nudge it gently so it starts to slide down the side. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make a dripped ring of ganache on top edge of cake. <\/strong>Squeeze another small circular amount of glaze right next to the first one and nudge the drip over the side. Continue this process all the way around the top edge of the cake until the edge is covered by a ring of drips. To get drips of different lengths, vary the amount of ganache squeezed in each circle and vary how much of it you nudge over the side with the bottle tip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fill in top of cake with ganache. <\/strong>Squeeze the remaining glaze into the center of the cake, and use a small spatula to smooth it into an even layer that joins with the outer ring. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set glaze.<\/strong> Let the glaze set for 10 minutes in the refrigerator, or about 30 minutes at room temperature, so that it&rsquo;s not completely soft and liquid when adding the decorations on top.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pipe rosettes. <\/strong>Transfer the remaining orange buttercream to a piping bag fitted with a large closed star tip (I used Ateco #849), and pipe frosting rosettes all along the edges of the cake. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"This chocolate orange cake is the perfect blend of citrus flavors and dark chocolate. It features four layers of chocolate cake filled with tangy orange buttercream, topped with a shiny chocolate glaze and chocolate orange slices. #sugarhero #chocolateorangecake #chocolatecake #layercakes #orangecake\" data-pin-title=\"Chocolate Orange Cake\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-5.jpg\" alt=\"Placing chocolate orange slices as garnishes on the top of a chocolate orange cake.\" class=\"wp-image-68967\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-5-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-5-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-5-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-5-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-5-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-5-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-5-378x567.jpg 378w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/chocolate-orange-cake-process-5.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Decorate with Finishing Touches<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"10\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Add finishing touches. <\/strong>Top the rosettes with chocolate flakes or sprinkles, chocolate orange slices, or any other decorations you&rsquo;d like.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enjoy!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"Chocolate-Orange Cake - If you love chocolate-orange flavors, this cake is for you! It's a delicious chocolate cake filled with tangy orange buttercream and topped with chocolate oranges. | From SugarHero.com #chocolate #orange #layercake #chocolatecake #chocolateorange #birthdaycake\" data-pin-title=\"Chocolate Orange Cake\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-4.jpg\" alt=\"close-up of the top of the cake, with orange frosting rosettes and chocolate orange slices for decoration \" class=\"wp-image-22298\" title=\"Chocolate-Orange Cake - If you love chocolate-orange flavors, this cake is for you! It's a delicious chocolate cake filled with tangy orange buttercream and topped with chocolate oranges. | From SugarHero.com \" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-4-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-4.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips\">&#128161; Tips For Success<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cake Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/category\/cake\/\">chocolate cake recipe<\/a> is pretty straight-forward and forgiving. Even if it&rsquo;s slightly overbaked, it still turns out moist and delicious! Don&rsquo;t forget to <strong>prep your pan<\/strong> with <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2CqdzCN\" data-eafl-id=\"67290\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">parchment circles<\/a>, and a generous layer of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/homemade-pan-release\/\">pan release <\/a>or nonstick spray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an <strong>all-butter cake<\/strong>, which is my favorite type of chocolate cake to make. Using butter instead of oil gives the cake more flavor, makes it less prone to a greasy texture, and also makes the cake sturdy enough for layering. Chocolate butter cakes can also be turned into&nbsp;<em>great<\/em>&nbsp;cupcakes, and if you&rsquo;re looking for a no-fail cupcake, check out my&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/chocolate-cupcake-recipe\/\">Chocolate Cupcake recipe<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though the cake is moist, I still like to add a little extra insurance&ndash;and flavor!&ndash;by brushing it with an <strong>orange simple syrup<\/strong>. This easy recipe is just orange juice and sugar, heated until the sugar dissolves. Once cool, use a pastry brush to spread the syrup on each layer. Bam! Your cakes are now extra-moist and tinged with orange flavor!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buttercream Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/category\/frosting\/\">frosting<\/a> is a variation of my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/the-easiest-swiss-meringue-buttercream\/\">Easiest Swiss Meringue Buttercream<\/a>. There are full instructions in the <a href=\"#recipe\">recipe card<\/a> above, but if you want to learn more in-depth about the recipe, please check out my stand-alone <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/the-easiest-swiss-meringue-buttercream\/\">buttercream recipe post<\/a>&ndash;it has lots of step-by-step pictures, tips, and tricks for frosting perfection! <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"Chocolate-Orange Cake - If you love chocolate-orange flavors, this cake is for you! It's a delicious chocolate cake filled with tangy orange buttercream and topped with chocolate oranges. | From SugarHero.com #chocolate #orange #layercake #chocolatecake #chocolateorange #birthdaycake\" data-pin-title=\"Chocolate Orange Cake\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-8.jpg\" alt=\"picture of the chocolate cake with a slice taken out of it\" class=\"wp-image-22302\" title=\"Chocolate-Orange Cake - If you love chocolate-orange flavors, this cake is for you! It's a delicious chocolate cake filled with tangy orange buttercream and topped with chocolate oranges. | From SugarHero.com \" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-8-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-8-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-8-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-8-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-8-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-8-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-8-378x567.jpg 378w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-orange-cake-8.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1715787322392\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Help, my frosting looks weird!<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It is&nbsp;<em>extremely<\/em>&nbsp;common for the frosting to go through an &ldquo;ugly&rdquo; period before it&rsquo;s done. Your frosting may look soupy, curdled, chunky, or downright gross. This is normal!<br><br>This frosting needs to be beaten for an extended amount of time so that the fat in the butter emulsifies with the egg whites and creates that gorgeous frosting texture. If it looks soupy or curdled, there is a 95% chance that it has not been beaten long enough, and&nbsp;<strong>you just need to keep whipping<\/strong>&nbsp;in order for it to come together. I promise.<br><br>The other common cause of frosting failure is&nbsp;<strong>butter that is too warm.<\/strong>&nbsp;&ldquo;Room temperature&rdquo; does not mean greasy, slightly melted around the edges, or warm. It is better to have the butter be slightly too cool than too warm. If your butter is too warm, the frosting might remain liquidy. Refrigerate the frosting for 5-10 minutes and try beating again until it comes together.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1715379129602\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Make-ahead tips<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It&rsquo;s always a good idea to <strong>give yourself plenty of time<\/strong> to make the components and assemble a layer cake. Whenever possible, I like to do it over the course of several days so I&rsquo;m not rushed or stressed. Fortunately, all the parts of this cake can be made in advance!<br><br><strong>The cake<\/strong>&nbsp;can be baked and then wrapped well in plastic wrap. Store it in the freezer until you&rsquo;re ready to assemble&ndash;the freezer does a better job of keeping cakes moist than the refrigerator. Cake can be stored for up to 3 months in the freezer.<br><br><strong>The frosting<\/strong>&nbsp;can be made and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Let it come&nbsp;<em>completely<\/em>&nbsp;to room temperature, then whip well to restore the smooth texture.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>The ganache<\/strong>&nbsp;can be made and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Warm it up very gently in the microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently, just until it&rsquo;s fluid. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1715379230502\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Storage Information<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can store any cake leftovers (if you have any) in a covered cake stand for 3-4 days. It can be refrigerated for up to a week, but it will become more dry due to refrigeration after about 3-4 days. For the best taste and texture, bring it to room temperature before serving.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-quick-links cwp-large style-circle layout-flex\"><div class=\"block-quick-links__header\">\n\n<p class=\"is-style-heading has-big-font-size\">Browse More<\/p>\n\n<\/div><div class=\"block-quick-links__inner\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/category\/cake\/layer-cakes\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/mint-chocolate-chip-layer-cake-square-5-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Slice of Mint Chocolate Chip Layer Cake on a white plate with chocolate ganache.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/mint-chocolate-chip-layer-cake-square-5-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/mint-chocolate-chip-layer-cake-square-5-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/mint-chocolate-chip-layer-cake-square-5-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/mint-chocolate-chip-layer-cake-square-5-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/mint-chocolate-chip-layer-cake-square-5-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/mint-chocolate-chip-layer-cake-square-5-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/mint-chocolate-chip-layer-cake-square-5-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/mint-chocolate-chip-layer-cake-square-5.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/mint-chocolate-chip-layer-cake-square-5.jpg\"><span>Layer Cakes<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/tag\/oranges\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/candied-orange-white-chocolate-bars-square-1-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Close up of a Candied Orange White Chocolate Bar.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/candied-orange-white-chocolate-bars-square-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/candied-orange-white-chocolate-bars-square-1-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/candied-orange-white-chocolate-bars-square-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/candied-orange-white-chocolate-bars-square-1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/candied-orange-white-chocolate-bars-square-1-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/candied-orange-white-chocolate-bars-square-1-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/candied-orange-white-chocolate-bars-square-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/candied-orange-white-chocolate-bars-square-1.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/candied-orange-white-chocolate-bars-square-1.jpg\"><span>Orange Desserts<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/category\/frosting\/frosting-recipes\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/swiss-meringue-buttercream-7-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Thick, shiny, white egg whites and sugar for Swiss Meringue Buttercream.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/swiss-meringue-buttercream-7-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/swiss-meringue-buttercream-7-500x500.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/swiss-meringue-buttercream-7.jpg\"><span>Frosting Recipes<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/tag\/christmas-recipes\/%20\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/oreo-cookie-christmas-ornaments-square-1-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Oreo Cookie Christmas Ornaments on a glittery background with colorful ornaments in a bowl behind them.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/oreo-cookie-christmas-ornaments-square-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/oreo-cookie-christmas-ornaments-square-1-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/oreo-cookie-christmas-ornaments-square-1-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/oreo-cookie-christmas-ornaments-square-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/oreo-cookie-christmas-ornaments-square-1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/oreo-cookie-christmas-ornaments-square-1-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/oreo-cookie-christmas-ornaments-square-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/oreo-cookie-christmas-ornaments-square-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/oreo-cookie-christmas-ornaments-square-1.jpg\"><span>Christmas Dessert Recipes<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained 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It features four layers of chocolate cake filled with tangy orange buttercream, topped with a shiny chocolate glaze and chocolate orange slices.\n#sugarhero #chocolateorangecake #chocolatecake #layercakes #orangecake\" data-pin-title=\"Chocolate Orange Cake\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-pinterest-8-800x1200.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate Orange Cake photo with text overlay for Pinterest\" class=\"wp-image-30999\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/chocolate-orange-cake-pinterest-8.jpg\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This chocolate orange cake is the perfect blend of citrus flavors and dark chocolate. 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