Easy Peasy Quick Chocolate Orange Cake Recipe

Craving cake? This ridiculously fast Chocolate Orange Cake is your answer! Perfect for satisfying a sudden sweet tooth, this recipe is ready in minutes. Made with simple ingredients, it's easily adaptable – veganize it with banana or applesauce, or experiment with different flavorings to create your own unique masterpiece. Warning: This cake is best enjoyed fresh from the microwave – it's too delicious to last long!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 310.9 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Peasy Quick Chocolate Orange Cake

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How to Make Easy Peasy Quick Chocolate Orange Cake

  1. Preheat your microwave to medium power.
  2. Cream together 100g softened butter and 100g caster sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 1 large egg (or 1 mashed banana/1 tbsp applesauce for vegan version).
  4. Gently fold in 100g self-raising flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 2 tbsp cocoa powder, 1 tbsp orange zest, and 2 tbsp orange juice.
  5. Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into a microwave-safe dish (approx. 8-inch).
  7. Microwave on medium for 5-7 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite custard or ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

13g

Carbs

14g

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