Chocolate And Orange Buttercream Pound Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Chocolate and Orange Buttercream Pound Cake! A moist chocolate cake is layered with a vibrant orange buttercream, creating a symphony of flavors in every bite. The creamy, dreamy buttercream is so irresistible, you'll want to eat it straight from the bowl! This show-stopping dessert is perfect for special occasions or a delightful weekend treat. Prep time includes chilling.

Prep Time 60 mins

Cook Time 240 mins

Calories 828.2 kcal

Protein 21g

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Ingredients for Chocolate And Orange Buttercream Pound Cake

Cocoa
Instant Coffee
2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
Milk
Vanilla
1 ½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
All Purpose Flour
1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
Orange Marmalade
2 cups (480ml) heavy cream
Mandarin Orange

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How to Make Chocolate And Orange Buttercream Pound Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line the bottom of an ungreased 9 1/2x5 1/2 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
**Chocolate Cake:** In a large bowl, combine:
* 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
* 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
* ¾ cup (60g) unsweetened cocoa powder
* 1 ½ tsp baking powder
* 1 ½ tsp baking soda
* 1 tsp salt
* 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
* ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
* 2 large eggs
* 2 tsp vanilla extract
* 1 cup (240ml) freshly brewed hot coffee
Beat with an electric mixer on low speed for 1 minute, then increase to high speed and beat for 4-5 minutes, or until the batter is smooth and creamy.
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once completely cool, slice the cake horizontally into 3 even layers.
**Orange Cream Buttercream:** In a separate bowl, cream together:
* 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
* 4 cups (500g) powdered sugar
* 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
* 1/4 cup (60g) orange marmalade
* 1 tsp orange zest
Beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
Spread a layer of orange cream between each cake layer.
**Whipped Cream Topping:** In a chilled bowl, beat:
* 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream
* ¼ cup (50g) powdered sugar
* 1 tsp vanilla extract
with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
Frost the cake with the whipped cream.
Drizzle melted chocolate over the whipped cream.
Garnish with mandarin orange segments.
Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

167g

Fat

175g

Carbs

24g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate And Orange Buttercream Pound Cake?

Chocolate And Orange Buttercream Pound Cake takes about 300 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 240 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate And Orange Buttercream Pound Cake?

Chocolate And Orange Buttercream Pound Cake has approximately 828.2 calories per serving, with about 21 g protein, 24 g carbohydrates and 88 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate And Orange Buttercream Pound Cake?

The key ingredients for Chocolate And Orange Buttercream Pound Cake are Cocoa, Instant Coffee, Granulated Sugar, Butter, Eggs, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.