Chocolate Malt Cake
Indulge in the rich, nostalgic flavors of a Chocolate Malt Cake, a dessert that feels like a cozy trip back to an old-fashioned soda fountain. This stunning layer cake combines tender, moist chocolate layers infused with the creamy sweetness of malted milk powder, creating a decadent yet unique flavor profile that chocolate lovers will adore. Topped with a luscious malted buttercream frosting and garnished with crunchy chocolate malt balls, this showstopping cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any time you need a sweet centerpiece. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple pantry staples, this recipe brings classic diner charm to your home kitchen. Keywords: Chocolate Malt Cake, malted milk powder, chocolate dessert, layer cake recipe, nostalgic dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Malted milk powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup Additional malted milk powder
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 cup Chocolate malt balls (e.g., Whoppers)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, malted milk powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed until well combined.
Slowly add the boiling water to the batter while mixing on low speed. The batter will be thin—this is normal.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool for 10 minutes in the pans. Then transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the frosting, beat the softened butter in a large bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar and malted milk powder, beating on low speed, until fully incorporated. Add the milk, one tablespoon at a time, and beat until the frosting reaches a smooth and spreadable consistency.
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of frosting on top.
Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake evenly.
Decorate the cake with crushed chocolate malt balls or whole ones along the border as desired.
Serve and enjoy your delicious Chocolate Malt Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
726 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.8 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 519 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.8 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 89.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 408 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
