Indulgent Chocolate Orange Reindeer Cake for Festive Fun

Delight in the sweet whimsy of this Chocolate Orange Reindeer Cake, a perfect festive centerpiece for celebrations.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 50

Cooling Time 20

Total Time 1 40

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Desserts

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cake

200 g White or Golden Caster Sugar This helps create a sweet, moist base for your cake.
200 g Self-raising Flour Ensures fluffy texture as it provides that all-important rise.
50 g Cocoa Powder Adds rich chocolate flavor, perfectly complementing the orange zest.
120 ml Vegetable or Sunflower Oil Keeps the cake moist and adds tenderness.
120 ml Whole Milk Enhances the batter's creaminess and aids in mixing.
3 large Eggs Acts as a binding agent, contributing to the cake's structure.
1 large Orange Provides fresh zest and juice that brighten the overall flavor profile.

For the Icing

100 g Dairy Milk Chocolate Orange Melt this for a rich, decadent buttercream flavor.
100 g Salted Butter Adds creaminess and balances the sweetness of the icing sugar.
180 g Icing Sugar Sweetens the buttercream while giving it a lovely, spreadable consistency.
1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder Deepens the flavor of the icing, echoing the cake itself.
1 tablespoon Boiling Water Aids in achieving the right consistency in your icing.

For Decorations

7 pieces Dairy Milk Chocolate Orange Buttons These will charmingly represent the reindeer's face.
7 pieces Red Smarties Perfect for creating a bright and cheerful nose.
7 pieces Pretzels Add a fun twist as antlers that everyone will love!
14 pieces Edible Eyes Bring your reindeer to life with these cute, playful touches.

Equipment

9-inch round cake tin
mixing bowl
whisk
Microwave or double boiler
wire rack

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 160°C fan / 180°C conventional and prepare a 9-inch round cake tin with baking paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the white or golden caster sugar, self-raising flour, and cocoa powder. Whisk well.
Pour in the vegetable or sunflower oil, whole milk, and eggs. Mix in the zest and juice of the orange until smooth and well combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and bake for 45-50 minutes. Check with a toothpick to ensure it's done.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 20 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Melt the Dairy Milk Chocolate Orange and beat the salted butter until fluffy. Gradually mix in the icing sugar, melted chocolate, cocoa powder, and boiling water.
Once the cake is cool, spread the chocolate buttercream over the top and arrange the decorations to create a reindeer's face.
Insert the pretzels for antlers and add any additional sweets as desired to finish your festive creation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Personalize decorations for a unique touch.

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