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If you’re a fan of flavorful, easy-to-make cakes, this Orange Chocolate Marble Cake is a recipe you wonโt want to miss. Iโve had my fair share of baking flops, especially when swapping out ingredients to keep it Weight Watchers-friendly, but this cake turned out perfectly! The combination of rich chocolate and zesty orange is simply irresistible. Whatโs great about this recipe is that it delivers on taste without sacrificing texture or points. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting, this cake will surely be a hit in your kitchen!
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Ingredients for Orange Chocolate Marble Cake
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To make Orange Chocolate Marble Cake, you’ll need 2 eggs, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and โ cup unsweetened applesauce. Add ยฝ cup 1% milk, ยฝ cup fresh squeezed orange juice, and 1 tsp vanilla. Mix in 1.5 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, and the zest of 1 large orange (use this orange for the juice). For the marble effect, include 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder and 37 g (about ยผ cup) Lilyโs sugar-free dark chocolate chips.
Prepare and Preheat
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Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF and spray a 9ร5 loaf pan with cooking spray.
Mix Wet Ingredients
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In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and brown sugar. Add the applesauce, milk, orange juice, and vanilla, mixing well.
Add Dry Ingredients
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Stir in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and orange zest until well combined.
Divide and Flavor the Batter
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Divide the batter into two bowls. Add cocoa powder to one and fold in chocolate chips to the other.
Layer and Swirl the Batter
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Pour half of the chocolate chip batter into the loaf pan, then top with 2/3 of the cocoa powder batter. Use a knife to swirl them together, then add the remaining chocolate chip batter and cocoa powder batter, swirling again.
Bake and Cool
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Bake the loaf for 45 minutes, then let it cool before cutting into 10 equal slices.
Variations and Substitutions
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Different ways to change up this recipe include using Lilyโs dark chocolate chips, which are dairy-free, for those who need a dairy-free option. However, if dairy isnโt a concern, feel free to use any of Lilyโs other baking chip options. If you prefer using self-rising flour, remember not to add baking powder, as self-rising flour already contains it. That said, I recommend sticking to regular flour and adding the baking powder as listed to ensure the loaf rises properly.
Tips and Tricks
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For the best Orange Chocolate Marble Cake, store the loaf in the fridge after day 1 to keep it fresh. It also freezes well, and you can wrap individual slices tightly and freeze them, so you can easily enjoy a single serving whenever you like.
Get The Recipe Here: Orange Chocolate Marble Cake
