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Chocolate Orange Reindeer Cake

Indulgent Chocolate Orange Reindeer Cake for Festive Cheer

This Chocolate Orange Reindeer Cake captures the spirit of the season with its rich flavors and festive design, making it a perfect centerpiece for your holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 200 grams White or Golden Caster Sugar Substitute with brown sugar for a richer flavor.
  • 220 grams Self-raising Flour Replace with gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
  • 50 grams Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened cocoa powder for best results.
  • 100 ml Vegetable or Sunflower Oil Can substitute with melted butter for added richness.
  • 200 ml Whole Milk Non-dairy milk can be used for a vegan option.
  • 3 large Large Eggs Use flax eggs for vegan adaptation (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 2.5 tablespoon water per egg).
  • 1 large Large Orange For juicing and zesting, can substitute with tangerine.
For the Buttercream
  • 200 grams Dairy Milk Chocolate Orange Imparts rich chocolate-orange flavor.
  • 100 grams Salted Butter Unsalted butter with a pinch of salt can be used instead.
  • 250 grams Icing Sugar Consider sugar alternatives for lighter frosting.
  • 25 grams Cocoa Powder (in Buttercream) Omit for less chocolate taste.
  • 100 ml Boiling Water Hot milk can be used as an alternative.
For Decoration
  • 100 grams Dairy Milk Chocolate Orange Buttons Any round chocolate can be substituted.
  • 50 grams Red Smarties Any red candy like M&Ms works well.
  • 100 grams Pretzels Options include chocolate-covered or gluten-free pretzels.
  • Edible Eyes Adds character to the cake.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (fan) / 180°C (conventional) and line a 9-inch round cake tin with baking paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the caster sugar, self-raising flour, and cocoa powder. Whisk thoroughly to ensure no lumps remain.
  3. Add the vegetable oil, milk, eggs, and the zest and juice from the orange to the dry mixture. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cake springs back when gently pressed in the center. Let it cool in the tin for 20 minutes.
  5. Prepare the buttercream by melting the chocolate in the microwave. In a bowl, beat the butter until fluffy, mix in icing sugar and melted chocolate, then add cocoa powder and boiling water for consistency.
  6. Once the cake is cool, spread the buttercream on top and sides. Decorate with chocolate buttons, Smarties, and pretzels.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature, and don't overmix the batter to retain fluffiness.

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