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Meskoutcho Cake with Chocolate Orange Sauce

Recipe by Dadah عـــالم دداح

A light, fluffy Algerian‑style cake (Meskoutcho) flavored with orange juice and olive oil, served warm with a silky chocolate sauce. The recipe uses simple pantry staples and yields a tender, slightly spongy cake that’s perfect for tea time or dessert.

MediumAlgerianServes 4

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Source Video
38m
Prep
35m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 23m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$2.66
Total cost
$0.66
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Preheat the oven to the correct temperature.
  • Do not over‑mix the batter after adding wet ingredients.
  • Check cake doneness with a toothpick; avoid under‑ or over‑baking.
  • Stir the sauce continuously to achieve a smooth, glossy texture.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven and baking pan with oven mitts to avoid burns.
  • The sauce will be hot; stir carefully and keep children away from the stovetop.

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