WACKY CHOCOLATE-ORANGE CAKE WITH ORANGE FROSTING

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When I first saw this recipe (on the label of a white vinegar bottle - where else?), I thought "Vinegar in a dessert? This must be a joke!) So I made the recipe, just for the heck of it, and found it surprizingly yummy!

Provided by Millereg

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 cake, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 cups flour
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons olive oil or 5 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon white vinegar (I kid thee not - please do not omit or substitute)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon orange extract
1 cup orange juice
1 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
3 tablespoons cold water
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
3/8 cup confectioners' sugar
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon orange extract

Steps:

  • ---- THE CAKE ----.
  • Preheat oven to 350 Fahrenheit.
  • Sift together flour, sugar, baking soda and salt into an 8" x 8" baking pan.
  • Make 3 holes in the dry ingredients.
  • Place oil in the first hole, vinegar in the second hole, and vanilla in the third hole (again, I kid thee not- trust me on this one!).
  • Pour orange juice over everything and mix well.
  • Spread batter evenly in the pan and bake in dish that the batter was mixed in.
  • Bake 30 minutes or until center is firm.
  • Allow to cool.
  • Refrigerate leftovers (if any).
  • ---- THE FROSTING ----.
  • Combine gelatin, orange juice, and cold water in small saucepan.
  • Let stand until thick.
  • Place over low heat, stirring constantly, just until gelatin dissolves.
  • Remove from heat and cool, but do not allow to set.
  • Whip cream, sugar and vanilla until slightly thickened.
  • While beating slowly, gradually add gelatin to whipped cream mixture.
  • Whip at high speed until stiff.
  • Spread thickly on the cake.

RamKrishna Joshi
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Bridgette Ortiz
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This is the best chocolate cake I've ever had. The orange frosting is the perfect complement to the rich chocolate cake.


Lexi Vargas
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.


Sadia
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious!


Alexander Escalante
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I love the combination of chocolate and orange. This cake is a perfect example of how well these two flavors go together.


Nantaayi Janat
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I'm always looking for new chocolate cake recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. It's rich, moist, and flavorful.


Rajan Karki
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover oranges.


hasan ikbal
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I made this cake for a bake sale and it sold out in no time. Everyone loved it!


Flavia Capponi
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This cake was a hit at my party. Everyone loved the unique flavor.


kemarion Bogues
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I'm not a big fan of orange, but I really enjoyed this cake. The chocolate and orange flavors are very well-balanced.


Tabitha Wanjogu
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This is my new favorite chocolate cake recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Ian Lamb
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This cake is a winner! It's moist, flavorful, and the orange frosting is the perfect finishing touch.


REAL ELI
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I love the unique flavor of this cake. The chocolate and orange flavors are a perfect match.


Malik Manzar Imam Arain “HAIDRI”
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The cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. I used a bundt pan and it cooked evenly.


hafizu maman
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I made this cake for my family and they loved it! The cake is moist and flavorful, and the orange frosting is a nice tangy contrast.


Cass Ramirez
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This cake is a delightful combination of chocolate and orange flavors. The orange frosting is the perfect complement to the rich chocolate cake.