I am happy to say that I was wrong. So very, very wrong.
This cake in no way tastes like a box cake. Here is the original recipe where it has a FIVE STAR rating. I have modified it for more orange flavor like other bakers because, orange.
What you need:
For the cake:
1 box Betty Crocker SuperMoist chocolate fudge cake mix
water, vegetable oil, and eggs as called for on the box
1 Tbsp orange zest (this took me two oranges to get)
For the frosting and topping:
1 tub Betty Crocker Rich & Creamy chocolate frosting
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream (don't skimp on the fat)
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/8 tsp orange extract
What you do:
1. Bake and cool cake as directed on package for two round pans; add the orange zest with the water.
2. Stack and frost the cake. Make sure to put a layer of frosting between the two layers.
3. Heat cream in a 1-quart saucepan over medium heat until hot. DO NOT BOIL.
4. Remove from heat and add chocolate chips. Stir until melted and smooth.
5. Add orange extract and stir. Let stand 5 minutes.
6. Carefully pour onto top center of cake and spread to the edge, allowing some to drizzle down the sides.
7. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until chocolate is set.
Enjoy!!
