Orange & Chocolate Loaf

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This tender and moist orange and chocolate cake is one of my absolute favourite bakes. This cake, made with just 10 simple ingredients, is not only quick to throw together but also completely vegan. This cake also gets better after a day, that's if it lasts that long!

Let's get started!



Makes: 1 9-inch loaf -Prep time: 10 min -Cook time: 45 minutes - Serves: 8


Equipment

9x5'' loaf tin

Microplane

Large bowl

Sieve

Measuring jug

Spatula

Kitchen scales


Ingredients

160g granulated sugar* (see notes)

9g orange zest

200g plain flour

55g cocoa powder

10g baking soda 

4g salt (I use Himalayan)

180g soy milk* (see notes) 

90g orange juice

60g neutral oil, (I use vegetable)

20g apple cider vinegar


Method

Preheat oven to 190°C fan forced (375°F). Line a 9x5 inch loaf tin with baking paper and set aside.

In a large bowl, mix together 160g sugar and 9g zest, let sit for 1-2 minutes. Sift in 200g flour, 55g cocoa, 9g baking soda, and 4g salt. Mix well. In a jug, whisk together 180g milk, 90g juice, 60g oil, and 20g vinegarAdd wet ingredients to the flour mixture and mix well until combined. Pour the batter into the prepared tin. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Turn out the cake and place it on a cooling rack, or flip the tin over and place the cake on top. Allow it to cool for another 25-30 minutes. Slice the cake into 8 pieces and enjoy!


Notes

Sugar: Make sure that your sugar is vegan, as some are processed with bone char to brighten and whiten the sugar.

Milk: I know that some people have an issue with soy, so I wanted to suggest some other milks that may work, but keep in mind I haven't tried these. Almond, rice or oat milk may also work. The milk I use is shelf stable / long life milk, not fresh.


I hope you enjoy it as much as I do, and if you give it a try, let me know how it turns out! Your feedback means the world to me. Happy baking!

Much love,

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