McDougalls
Chocolate and Orange Sponge
Serves 24
Vegetarian
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Ingredients
375g margarine (*check for allergens)
275g sugar
3 eggs
2 oranges, zested and juiced
600g McDougalls Plain Flour
75g McDougalls Cocoa Powder
40g baking powder
Allergens
Please check the ingredients declaration on the products you use making this recipe.
Cereals containing gluten
Eggs
Method
Step 1
Pre-heat the oven 190°C, 375°F, gas mark 5.
Step 2
Cream the margarine and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Step 3
Add the eggs and beat lightly.
Step 4
Add the orange zest and juice and combine together.
Step 5
Fold in the McDougalls Plain Flour, McDougalls Cocoa Powder, and baking powder on a low speed, and mix to a soft dropping consistency. Then place the mixture into a baking tin.
Step 6
Bake for 30-40 minutes, then allow to cool before portioning.
Tips
This cake can be decorated with tinned mandarins, and a drizzle or a dollop of plain yogurt.