Chocolate Orange Cream Cheese Pound Cake
Indulge in the decadent fusion of rich chocolate and zesty citrus with this Chocolate Orange Cream Cheese Pound Cake recipe! Perfectly moist and dense, this cake features the creamy tang of cream cheese, the bold flavor of unsweetened cocoa, and the brightness of freshly squeezed orange juice and aromatic zest. Each slice is studded with melty semi-sweet chocolate chips, creating an irresistible treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. The batter comes together with ease, alternating dry ingredients and fresh orange juice for a seamless blend of flavors, and bakes to perfection in a classic bundt pan. Whether dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with a tangy orange glaze, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for any celebration or cozy afternoon indulgence. Perfect for chocolate and citrus lovers alike, this cake will quickly become the star dessert in your rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) unsalted butter
- 8 oz (softened) cream cheese
- 2.5 cups granulated sugar
- 6 pieces large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 0.25 cups fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 10-cup bundt pan or tube pan thoroughly and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually add the granulated sugar to the butter and cream cheese mixture, beating until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three additions, alternating with the orange juice. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined to avoid overmixing.
Fold in the orange zest, vanilla extract, and chocolate chips gently with a spatula to evenly distribute them through the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula to ensure even baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 70-75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cake is fully cooled, slice and serve. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or glaze with a simple orange glaze for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 270.3 g | 347% | |
| Saturated Fat | 149.2 g | 746% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1593 mg | 531% | |
| Sodium | 2783 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 994.2 g | 362% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 67.2 g | 240% | |
| Total Sugars | 608.9 g | ||
| Protein | 124.1 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 630 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 46.6 mg | 259% | |
| Potassium | 3120 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
