Barefoot Contessa Orange Chocolate Chunk Cake

Are you looking for a delicious, moist and flavorful cake to make for your next special occasion? Look no further than Barefoot Contessa’s Orange Chocolate Chunk Cake. This delectable cake is sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. Not only is it simple to make, but it’s also full of flavor and packed with nutrition.

Ingredients

This recipe makes one 9-inch round cake. You will need the following ingredients:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 extra-large eggs
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 6 ounces semisweet chocolate chunks

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter and line the bottom with parchment paper. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a medium bowl.

In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, scraping down the sides of the bowl after each addition. Add the orange juice, zest, and vanilla, and mix until combined.

With the mixer on low speed, add the flour mixture in three parts, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chunks.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving Suggestions

Serve the cake with a dollop of freshly whipped cream and a sprinkle of orange zest. Or, for a more decadent treat, serve it with a scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Each serving of this cake provides approximately 331 calories, 17 grams of fat, 2.5 grams of saturated fat, 43 grams of carbohydrates, 1 gram of fiber, 28 grams of sugar, and 4 grams of protein. This cake is also high in calcium, vitamin A, and vitamin C.

Conclusion

Barefoot Contessa’s Orange Chocolate Chunk Cake is a delicious and moist cake that is sure to please any crowd. Not only is it easy to make, but it is also full of flavor and nutrition. Serve it with freshly whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream to make it even more special.