This Quick Mandarin and Chocolate Chip Cake is an easy and delicious treat that combines the bright flavors of mandarin oranges with the rich taste of chocolate chips. Using simple ingredients and a food processor, this cake is incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for a last-minute dessert or a casual treat. The versatility of the recipe allows you to substitute mandarins with any fruit of your choice, offering endless possibilities for flavor combinations.
Why You'll Love This: You'll appreciate how quickly this cake comes together, with minimal preparation and only 35 minutes of baking time. The combination of citrus and chocolate provides a balanced and refreshing taste, while the use of self-rising flour makes the cake light and fluffy. It's a perfect recipe for those who love to experiment with different fruit flavors in their baking.
Perfect Occasion: This cake is ideal for casual gatherings, afternoon tea, or as a comforting treat to enjoy any time of the day. It's also a great option for family desserts, especially when you have ripe fruits that need to be used. The simplicity and quick preparation time make it suitable for busy days or spontaneous baking sessions.
Decoration Tips: To enhance the presentation, you can dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar or drizzle it with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and mandarin juice. Garnishing the cake with additional mandarin slices or zest before serving adds a fresh and appealing touch.
Ingredients:
- 2 seedless mandarins, peeled
- 3 eggs
- 220g sugar
- 50g vegetable oil
- 50g cream
- 300g self-rising flour
- 100g chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Prepare the Batter:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
- In a food processor, combine the mandarins, eggs, sugar, oil, and cream. Blend at high speed until the mixture is smooth.
- Add the self-rising flour to the processor and pulse until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Stir in the chocolate chips by hand to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Bake the Cake:
- Grease a suitable baking pan (such as a 22cm round pan or a loaf pan).
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice and serve as desired.
Enjoy this delightful Mandarin and Chocolate Chip Cake, a simple yet delicious treat that's perfect for any fruit you have on hand!