Our chocolate orange cake is deliciously soft, perfectly moist, and has the perfect blend of citrusy and chocolate flavors. The best part is this cake is naturally vegan friendly and is made without the use of egg or dairy!
3tspbaking powderUse fresh and active baking powder for a good rise.
¼tspsalt
1tsporange zest
¼cupcacao powder
sprinkle powdered sugar on topoptional
Instructions
First, preheat the oven to 350F.
Then, prepare an 8" bundt pan by oiling and dusting it with flour. Place it on a baking tray and keep it aside.
Now, in a large mixing bowl, mix oil, 3/4 cup non-dairy milk, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange juice until well combined.
1 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 3/4 cup non dairy milk, 3 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/3 cup orange juice
Then add flour and stir until everytihng is well incorporated.
2 1/2 cup all purpose flour
Now divide the cake batter into two bowls. Add cacao powder and 1 tbsp of non-dairy milk to one bowl and orange zest to the other bowl. Stir the mixture in each bowl until well combined.
Afterward, take the prepared bundt pan, and pour some of the chocolate batter into the pan, followed by some orange batter. Then repeat this process until all the batter is finished.
Then tap the bundt pan on the counter to level the cake batter.
Now bake the cake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the cake cool over the counter before unmoulding.
Finally, dust some powdered sugar over the cake before serving.
sprinkle powdered sugar on top
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Gluten-free flour can be used in place of all-purpose flour if preferred.
If your baking soda bubbles when hot water is poured on it, then it is still active and good to use for baking.