Orange Chocolate Polenta Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease a 20cm round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.

   Tip: Use a non-stick spray for easy cake release.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together the polenta flour, plain flour, baking powder, and salt.

   Tip: Sift the dry ingredients to remove lumps.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, butter, eggs, and orange juice.

   Tip: Add the grated orange zest and whisk until combined.

4. 4

   Melt the dark chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.

   Tip: Allow the chocolate to cool slightly before whisking into the orange mixture.

5. 5

   Whisk the cocoa powder into the melted chocolate until combined.

   Tip: Add the vanilla extract and orange blossom water, whisking until smooth.

6. 6

   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined.

   Tip: Do not overmix, as this can result in a dense cake.

7. 7

   Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.

   Tip: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

   Tip: Serve warm or at room temperature, dust with powdered sugar if desired.