Decadent Chocolate-Orange Jam Cake Delight

Ingredients

- 1 sponge cake (9-inch round, store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam
- 1/2 cup orange marmalade
- 8 oz dark chocolate (finely chopped)
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium orange (zested)
- 4 fresh strawberries (sliced)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Filling:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the strawberry jam and orange marmalade. Stir well to create a uniform mixture. Set aside.

2. Slice the Sponge Cake:
- Carefully slice the sponge cake horizontally into two even layers using a serrated knife. Place the bottom layer on a serving platter.

3. Assemble the Cake Layers:
- Spread the strawberry-orange jam mixture evenly over the bottom layer of the sponge cake.
- Place the top layer of the sponge cake over the jam layer, ensuring it is aligned properly.

4. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the heavy cream to a gentle simmer. Remove from heat immediately as it starts to form bubbles around the edges.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit undisturbed for 5 minutes.
- After 5 minutes, gently stir the mixture until smooth and glossy, ensuring all chocolate is melted.

5. Apply the Chocolate Ganache:
- Pour the chocolate ganache over the assembled cake, starting in the center and allowing it to naturally drip down the sides.
- Use a spatula to spread the ganache evenly over the tops and sides of the cake.

6. Garnish:
- Sprinkle the orange zest over the top of the ganache.
- Arrange the sliced strawberries decoratively around the top edge of the cake.

7. Chill and Serve:
- Transfer the finished cake to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour, allowing the ganache to set.
- Before serving, allow the cake to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes for optimal texture.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- _Preparation Time:_ PT30M
30 minutes
- _Chilling Time:_ PT1H
1 hour

Total Time

PT1H30M
1 hour 30 minutes

Type of Dish

Dessert

Keywords

chocolate cake, orange zest, easy dessert, homemade ganache, fruit cake, sponge cake, chocolate ganache, layered cake, jam cake, gourmet dessert

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 2500 calories

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