This orange and chocolate marble cake is a family favorite! It has a lovely, fresh orange flavor thanks to the combination of orange zest and juice in the batter. For the chocolate layer, I keep things simple by adding just a little cacao powder.
If you have a Bundt cake pan, use it to give your cake an extra fancy look! Finish with a dusting of powdered sugar, and you’ll have a beautiful cake that’s sure to impress your guests.
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Why you should try my recipe
- Easy to prepare, even for inexperienced bakers.
- You can leave out the nuts and just stick to the chocolate.
- Comes out very moist and soft.
- Makes enough slices for a big family.
- Freezable if you have any leftovers.
Ingredients & How-to
To make this orange and chocolate marble cake we are going to need all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, baking soda, olive oil, eggs, vanilla extract, orange, cacao powder.
- Olive oil: I’m using light olive oil for baking but you could use any vegetable oil of your choice or melted butter.
- Orange: I’m using the zest from two oranges and one cup of orange juice. Depending on how juicy the oranges are, you might need 2-3 to get one cup of orange juice.
- Cacao powder: I’m using unsweetened cacao powder to make the chocolate batter for the cake.
For full quantities check the recipe down below.
01. I start by mixing the sugar and eggs until they become creamy for 3-4 minutes. You could use a hand or stand mixer.
02. Next, I add the zest of two oranges and the olive oil to the batter. In a cup, I mix the baking soda with the orange juice using a spoon until it starts to foam. Then, I pour the mixture into the bowl with the rest of the ingredients.
03. Next, I add the vanilla extract, flour and baking powder.
04. I mix all the ingredients just until the flour is incorporated.
05. I take about one third of the batter and place it into another bowl. I add the cacao powder and mix it until it’s incorporated.
06. Next, I pour half of the orange cake batter into a cake pan or bundt cake pan that has been greased with butter or oil. This will help prevent the cake from sticking and make it easier to remove once baked.
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08. I bake the cake for 40-45 minutes, then leave it to rest for 15-20 minutes before removing from the bundt form.
Tips
- Beat the sugar and eggs until creamy before adding the other ingredients.
- Don’t overmix the batter after adding the flour.
- Make sure the oven is fully preheated before placing the cake in.
- Let the cake cool down before turning the cake form upside down.
Serving suggestions
You can enjoy this orange and chocolate marble cake just as it is, dust it with a little powdered sugar, add a simple glaze, or drizzle some melted chocolate on top for an extra special touch.
It’s perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat with a cup of coffee. You can also serve it after a meal, either on its own or with a scoop of your favorite ice cream. Delicious any time of day!
Storage
Same as with most cakes, you can store the orange marble cake on the countertop for up to 4-5 days. I like to cover it with a cake lid to keep it soft and moist.
It’s also freezer-friendly for up to 2 months. You can cut it into individual slices and store them in freezer bags with some parchment paper between each slice, making them easy to thaw when needed.
FAQ
Yes, you can use store-bought orange juice. It might not be as aromatic but it will still work.
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Recipe
Orange And Chocolate Marble Cake
A soft, moist, and delicious orange and chocolate marble cake that's ready in under an hour! It's super easy to make and tastes wonderful just as it is. For an extra special touch, dust it with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate. Perfect for an afternoon treat or a sweet family dessert. Enjoy!
5.0 from 1 votes
15 servings
15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup / 200gr sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup / 200gr light olive oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- zest of 2 oranges
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 3 ½ cups / 440gr all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 4 tablespoons cacao powder
- 2 tablespoons oil or butter, for greasing the cake form
Equipment
- bundt cake pan (paid link)
- electric hand mixer (paid link)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F / 180°C.
- In a bowl, add the sugar and eggs. Beat until white and fluffy.
- Add the oil, vanilla and zest from 2 oranges.
- Add the baking soda to the cup of orange juice. Mix with a spoon until it starts foam. Add it to the bowl with the rest of the ingredients. Mix until all combined.
- Add the flour and baking powder to the bowl. Mix for a couple of minutes until the flour is incorporated.
- Add about a third of the batter to another bowl. Add the cacao powder and mix to combine.
- Pour half of the orange batter into a greased cake pan and spread it evenly. Spoon the chocolate batter on top and gently spread it out.
- Finally, add the remaining orange batter and spread evenly to cover the chocolate layer. Use a stick or pointy knife to make a few swirls to get a marble pattern.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Notes
- You could use a cake pan or bundt cake form.
- When the cake cools down, you could dust it with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate.
Storage
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4-5 days or in the fridge for up to 10 days.
Nutrition Info (per serving)
I am not a nutritionist. The nutrition information has been calculated using an on-line calculator, and is intended for information and guidance purposes only. If the nutrition information is important to you, you should consider calculating it yourself, using your preferred tool.
Julia - Mamazilla
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