Serving Details
- Servings: 12
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Cooling Time: 30 minutes
Recipe Description
This Giant Jaffa Orange Cake is a delightful twist on the classic treat. With its rich chocolate sponge and zesty orange filling, it’s sure to impress at any gathering. Topped with a glossy chocolate glaze and adorned with orange slices, this cake is both a feast for the eyes and the palate.
Cooking Time
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 1 hour
- Cooling: 30 minutes
Nutritional Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 200g granulated sugar
- 200g unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 50g cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Orange Filling:
- 200g cream cheese, softened
- 100g powdered sugar
- Juice and zest of 1 large orange
- For the Chocolate Glaze:
- 200g dark chocolate, chopped
- 100ml double cream
FAQs
- Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Yes, you can bake the cake a day in advance. Store it in an airtight container until you’re ready to assemble. - How should I store leftovers?
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. - Can I substitute the orange with another fruit?
Yes, you can use lemon or lime for a different flavor profile.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the filling, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, orange juice, and zest until smooth.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, spread the orange filling on top of one cake layer, then place the second layer on top.
- To make the chocolate glaze, heat the cream in a small saucepan until just boiling. Pour it over the chopped chocolate and stir until melted and smooth.
- Pour the glaze over the top of the assembled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Decorate with orange slices if desired.
- Slice and serve your Giant Jaffa Orange Cake!
