You can’t have Christmas without a little chocolate orange magic! This Terry’s Chocolate Orange Brownie Cake is rich, fudgy, and packed with that iconic orange flavour you know and love. With a whole Terry’s Chocolate Orange baked inside the brownie mix and another on top, every bite is a melt-in-your-mouth festive treat. It’s the perfect combination of indulgent chocolate, zesty orange, and soft, fudgy brownies – guaranteed to impress anyone lucky enough to get a slice. You can make this brownie cake anytime you like but it’s the perfect easy Christmas showstopper!
Why You’ll Love This Terry’s Chocolate Orange Recipe
If you’re looking for a festive dessert that’s indulgent, showstopping, and packed full of chocolate orange goodness, this Terry’s Chocolate Orange Brownie Cake is it. Each bite is super fudgy, bursting with zesty orange flavour, and topped with a whole chocolate orange for that extra wow factor. It looks impressive but it’s actually easy to make. You will feel like a dessert genius but without all the the baking stress. Here’s why you’ll absolutely love it:
- Super fudgy: The brownies stay soft and gooey in the middle, giving you that decadent, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Orange overload: Thanks to Terry’s Chocolate Orange, you get a clear, zesty orange flavour in every bite.
- Showstopper: Whole chocolate oranges inside AND on top = ultimate festive wow factor.
- Easy to make: Despite looking fancy, it’s a simple brownie recipe that will make you feel like a dessert genius.
Tips for the Best Chocolate Orange Brownie Cake
Want to make the ultimate Terry’s Chocolate Orange Brownie Cake that’s fudgy, gooey, and utterly festive? These simple tips will help you get it perfect every time – from choosing the right chocolate to slicing it like a pro. Follow them, and you’ll have a cake that looks as amazing as it tastes!
- Use a good quality chocolate: Terry’s is perfect, but you also need a slightly richer dark chocolate edge, a 70% cocoa works beautifully.
- Make sure to mix the melted butter and chocolate tohether very well, they need to be complety combined so the brownie cake does not seperate.
- Don’t overbake: Pull the brownies out while they’re just set in the middle – they’ll continue to cook slightly as they cool.
- Optional sprinkle: Add a little sea salt on top to balance the sweetness — pure indulgence!
- Slice carefully: A sharp knife warmed under hot water gives the cleanest cuts.
FAQS: How to make the best Terry’s Chocolate Orange Cake
Got questions about this Ultimate Terry’s Chocolate Orange Brownie Cake? You’re not alone! From chocolate swaps to make-ahead tips, we’ve got all the answers to help you bake the perfect fudgy, orangey, festive treat every time.
- Q: Can I use a different chocolate orange brand?
- A: Yes! Any chocolate orange works, but Terry’s gives that classic festive taste.
- Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
- A: Absolutely! Swap butter for a plant-based alternative and make sure your chocolate is dairy-free.
- Q: Can I make it ahead of time?
- A: Yes, it actually tastes better after a few hours or overnight when the flavours have melded. Store in an airtight container.
- Q: Can I freeze this brownie cake?
- A: Yes! Freeze in slices for up to 3 months. Defrost at room temperature before serving.
- Q: Can I add nuts?
- A: Totally! Chopped hazelnuts or walnuts pair perfectly with chocolate and orange.
Serving & Enjoying Your Chocolate Orange Brownie Cake
This cake isn’t just a showstopper – it’s best enjoyed with a big smile and maybe a fork in each hand. Serve it slightly warm so the chocolate melts perfectly, or let it cool for neat slices that still ooze gooey goodness. Pair it with a dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or even a drizzle of extra chocolate for ultimate indulgence. It’s perfect for Christmas morning, festive parties, or just treating yourself because… chocolate orange.
Storage & Leftover Tips
If you’re lucky enough to have leftovers (or want to make it ahead), store the brownie cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze slices for up to 3 months – just defrost at room temperature before serving. Reheating slightly in the microwave for a few seconds brings back that gooey, fudgy magic every time.
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Ingredients
Terry's Chocolate Orange Brownie Cake
- Butter 180g
- Dark chocolate 70% cocoa 150g
- Terry’s Chocolate Orange (whole, 145g) 1 (melted)
- Plain flour 220g
- Cocoa powder 25g
- Salt ¼ tsp
- Eggs 3 medium
- Caster sugar 230g
- Soft light brown sugar 80g
- Vanilla extract 1 tbsp
Chocolate ganche drip
- 100g milk chocolate
- 70g dark chocolate
- 200ml double/heavy cream
Other items needed
Terry's chocolate Orange to decorate the top
Instructions
Terry's Chocolate Orange Brownie Cake
- Preheat oven to 170°C fan.
- Grease and line an 8" round tin, 2"+ deep with parchment.
- Chop 70% dark chocolate and Terry’s Chocolate Orange.
- In a heatproof bowl, melt butter, dark chocolate, and Terry’s together in 20–30 sec bursts (or over a bain-marie) until smooth. Mix together until completely combined.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, caster sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla for 3 minutes.
- Pour the melted chocolate/butter mixture into the egg/sugar mixture. Stir gently until fully combined using a spatula.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Fold gently into the wet mixture until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared tin.
- Bake 40 mins at 170°C fan, until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool completely in the tin to set the fudgy texture.
Chocolate Ganache
- Chop the milk and dark chocolate into very small pieces and put into a bowl.
- Heat the cream on its own in the microwave for 40 seconds. Once hot, pour over the chocolate. (not too hot)
- Let it sit for 1 min, then stir to combine. (if the chocolate does not completely melt, heat in the microwave 10 seconds at a time)
Assemble
- Ponce the brownie cake has completely cooled pour the chocolate ganache on top of the brownie cake, push it over the sides so it drips down.
- Place the Terry's chocolate orange segments on top around the side of the cake.
Serving
- I love to cut a slide and warm it in the microwave 8-10 seconds, and serve with a dollop of whipped cream!
