Decadent Chocolate Malt Cake
Indulge in this luxurious double-layer chocolate malt cake, a true delight for chocolate lovers. This cake features a rich and moist chocolate base infused with malted milk powder for a nostalgic malt flavor. Topped with a velvety chocolate frosting made from creamy butter and smooth melted chocolate, this cake is perfect for celebrations or as a special treat for yourself. With the added crunch of malted milk balls, every bite is a heavenly combination of flavors and textures. Serve it at your next gathering, and watch it disappear!
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Servings
298
Calories
21
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups (sifted)
granulated sugar
2 cups (none)
unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 cup (sifted)
instant malted milk powder
1 cup (none)
baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons (none)
baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons (none)
salt
1 teaspoon (none)
eggs
2 (beaten)
milk
1 cup (none)
vegetable oil
1/2 cup (none)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
boiling water
1 cup (none)
unsweetened chocolate
5 ounces (melted)
butter
1 cup (softened)
extra egg
1 (none)
confectioners' sugar
3 cups (none)
additional malted milk powder
2 tablespoons (none)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
milk
1 1/2 tablespoons (none)
salt
1 pinch (none)
malted milk balls
12 (for decoration)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by cutting parchment paper circles to fit the bottom, then lightly butter or spray both the parchment and the sides of the pans.
3
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, malted milk powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well-combined.
4
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
5
Gradually stir in the boiling water to the wet mixture, being careful to mix thoroughly.
6
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
7
Divide the batter equally between the two prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or the cake springs back when gently pressed.
8
Once baked, carefully remove the cakes from the oven, let them cool for a few minutes in the pans, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely. Remove the parchment paper once cool.
9
For the frosting, place the unsweetened chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave it on high for one minute. Stir, then continue to microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely melted and smooth. Be cautious to avoid burning the chocolate.
10
In a large mixing bowl, combine butter and an egg, and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about two minutes, or until the mixture is fluffy.
11
Add the confectioners' sugar, melted chocolate, and 2 tablespoons of malted milk powder to the bowl, mixing on low speed until well combined. Then, increase the speed and mix for 2 minutes or until fluffy.
12
Add in the vanilla, milk, and a pinch of salt; mix again for another 2 minutes until everything is blended and fluffy.
13
To assemble the cake, place one of the cooled cake layers upside down on a serving platter. Spread half of the frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake layer.
14
Carefully place the second cake layer on top of the frosted layer. Use the remaining frosting to cover the top and sides of the entire cake, blending the frosting between the two layers smoothly.
15
Decorate the edges of the cake with the malted milk balls.
16
Slice, serve, and enjoy every indulgent bite!
Nutrition Information
14g
Fat
43g
Carbs
4.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Decadent Chocolate Malt Cake.
What are the primary flavors of this cake?
The cake is a rich chocolate base infused with a nostalgic malt flavor from malted milk powder.
How many layers does this cake have?
This is a double-layer chocolate malt cake.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What type of cake pans should I use?
Use two 9-inch round cake pans.
How do I prepare the cake pans for baking?
Cut parchment paper circles for the bottom, then lightly butter or spray both the parchment and the sides of the pans.
Which dry ingredients should be sifted together?
Sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, malted milk powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
How should the eggs be prepared for the wet mixture?
The eggs should be beaten until frothy before adding the milk, oil, and vanilla.
When do I add the boiling water to the batter?
Gradually stir the boiling water into the wet mixture before combining it with the dry ingredients.
How long does the Decadent Chocolate Malt Cake bake?
Bake for approximately 40 minutes.
How can I tell if the cake is finished baking?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or the cake springs back when gently pressed.
What is the cooling process for the cake layers?
Let them cool for a few minutes in the pans, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely and remove the parchment.
How do I melt the unsweetened chocolate for the frosting?
Microwave in a microwave-safe bowl for one minute, then in 15-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
How long should I beat the butter and egg for the frosting?
Beat them on medium speed for about two minutes or until the mixture is fluffy.
What ingredients are mixed into the frosting after the butter and egg?
Add confectioners' sugar, melted chocolate, and 2 tablespoons of malted milk powder.
How much malted milk powder is used in the frosting?
The frosting requires 2 tablespoons of malted milk powder.
What are the final additions to the frosting mixture?
The final additions are vanilla, milk, and a pinch of salt.
How should I position the first cake layer during assembly?
Place the first cooled cake layer upside down on a serving platter.
How do I apply the frosting to the cake?
Spread half the frosting on the first layer, place the second layer on top, and use the rest to cover the entire cake.
What is used to decorate the cake?
The edges of the cake are decorated with malted milk balls.
How many malted milk balls are needed for decoration?
The recipe calls for 12 malted milk balls.
What is the calorie count per serving?
There are 298 calories per serving.
How much fat is in one serving?
One serving contains 14g of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
There are 43g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in this cake?
The cake provides 4.5g of protein per serving.
How much all-purpose flour is required?
The recipe uses 1 3/4 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much malted milk powder goes into the cake batter?
The batter requires 1 cup of instant malted milk powder.
How much unsweetened chocolate is needed?
The frosting requires 5 ounces of melted unsweetened chocolate.
What kind of oil is used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of vegetable oil.
How many total ingredients are used in this recipe?
There are 21 ingredients listed in the recipe.