Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Chocolate Malt Layer Cake, a masterpiece that harmonizes the rich decadence of chocolate with the nostalgic charm of malted milk. This towering cake, adorned with layers of moist chocolate sponge, creamy malt frosting, and a generous sprinkling of malted milk powder, promises an unforgettable taste experience. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our step-by-step guide and detailed instructions will lead you to create this stunning dessert with ease.
For the chocolate sponge, we've combined the finest cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to achieve a light and airy texture. Melted butter and eggs add richness and moisture, while vanilla extract and buttermilk infuse each bite with a symphony of flavors. The result is a velvety smooth batter that bakes into tender and decadent layers, ready to absorb the luscious malt frosting.
Our malt frosting is a delightful combination of butter, confectioners' sugar, malted milk powder, milk, and vanilla extract. The secret lies in the perfect balance of sweetness and the subtle malted flavor that complements the chocolate sponge perfectly. As you spread the frosting between the layers and over the cake's surface, you'll create a luscious canvas for the final touch—a generous sprinkling of malted milk powder. This finishing touch adds a delightful crunch and an extra burst of malted flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Every bite of this Chocolate Malt Layer Cake is a celebration of flavors and textures. The moist chocolate sponge, creamy malt frosting, and crunchy malted milk powder topping come together in perfect harmony, creating a dessert that is both indulgent and nostalgic. Whether you're serving it at a special occasion or simply enjoying a sweet treat, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you with a lasting impression.
CHOCOLATE MALT CAKE
Looking for a chocolate dessert using Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ milk chocolate cake mix? Then check out this delicious cake topped with malted milk balls.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h5m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan.) Spray 13x9-pan with baking spray with flour.
- In large bowl, stir together cake mix and 3/4 cup malted milk powder. Beat in water, oil and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour batter into pan.
- Bake 38 to 43 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
- In medium bowl, beat cream, 3/4 cup malted milk powder and the vanilla on low speed until blended, then on high speed until stiff peaks form. Spread over cake. Place malted milk balls in small resealable freezer plastic bag; seal bag and crush with rolling pin or meat mallet. Just before serving, top with chopped malted milk balls. Store covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g
CHOCOLATE MALT LAYER CAKE
Yield Makes 1 (6-inch) layer cake, 5 to 6 inches tall; serves 6 to 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Put a piece of parchment or a Silpat on the counter. Invert the cake onto it and peel off the parchment or Silpat from the bottom of the cake. Use the cake ring to stamp out 2 circles from the cake. These are your top 2 cake layers. The remaining cake "scrap" will come together to make the bottom layer of the cake.
- Clean the cake ring and place it in the center of a sheet pan lined with clean parchment or a Silpat. Use 1 strip of acetate to line the inside of the cake ring.
- Put the cake scraps inside the ring and use the back of your hand to tamp the scraps together into a flat even layer.
- Dunk a pastry brush in the Ovaltine soak and give the layer of cake a good, healthy bath of half of the soak.
- Use the back of a spoon to spread one-fifth of the malt fudge sauce in an even layer over the cake. (Helpful hint: the warmer the fudge sauce, the easier it is to spread.)
- Sprinkle half of the malted milk crumbs and one-third of the charred marshmallows evenly over the malt fudge sauce. Use the back of your hand to anchor them in place.
- Use the back of a spoon to spread another fifth of the malt fudge sauce as evenly as possible over the crumbs and marshmallows.
- With your index finger, gently tuck the second strip of acetate between the cake ring and the top 1/4 inch of the first strip of acetate, so that you have a clear ring of acetate 5 to 6 inches tall-high enough to support the height of the finished cake. Set a cake round on top of the sauce and repeat the process for layer 1 (if 1 of your 2 cake rounds is jankier than the other, use it here in the middle and save the prettier one for the top).
- Nestle the remaining cake round into the sauce. Cover the top of the cake with the remaining fudge sauce. Since it's a sauce, not a frosting, here you have no choice but to make a shiny, perfectly flat top. Garnish with the remaining charred marshmallows.
- Transfer the sheet pan to the freezer and freeze for a minimum of 12 hours to set the cake and filling. The cake will keep in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
- At least 3 hours before you are ready to serve the cake, pull the sheet pan out of the freezer and, using your fingers and thumbs, pop the cake out of the cake ring. Gently peel off the acetate and transfer the cake to a platter or cake stand. Let it defrost in the fridge for a minimum of 3 hours. If storing the cake for longer, do not cover with plastic wrap-it will tear the malt fudge off the cake! Instead, get a big bowl, flip it upside down, and use it to protect the cake (or invest in a cake carrier). Stored in this way, the cake will keep fresh for up to 5 days in the fridge.
- Slice the cake into wedges and serve.
MALTED CHOCOLATE & STOUT LAYER CAKE
If you want a dessert that will take the cake at a St. Patrick's Day celebration, look no further! The rich chocolate cake is incredibly moist and has a nice malt flavor that's perfectly complemented by the Irish cream frosting. -Jennifer Wayland, Morris Plains, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h20m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Grease and flour three 9-in. round baking pans; set aside., In a large saucepan, combine beer, butter and chocolate. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until butter and chocolate are melted. Remove from heat; whisk in milk powder and cocoa. Transfer to a large bowl. Let stand 15 minutes. , Preheat oven to 350°. Add sour cream and eggs to chocolate mixture; beat until well blended. Combine sugar, flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into chocolate mixture until blended. Pour batter into prepared pans., Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 32-36 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a large heavy saucepan, bring sugar and liqueur to a gentle boil over medium heat; cook until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat. Add a small amount of hot mixture to egg yolks; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Cook until mixture thickens, about 2 minutes longer, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Cool to room temperature., In a large bowl with a whisk attachment, cream butter until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Gradually beat in sugar mixture. Add milk powder; beat until fluffy, about 5 minutes. If necessary, refrigerate until frosting reaches spreading consistency., Place bottom cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 2/3 cup frosting. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer. Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. If desired, top with chopped malted milk balls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 821 calories, Fat 48g fat (29g saturated fat), Cholesterol 220mg cholesterol, Sodium 760mg sodium, Carbohydrate 90g carbohydrate (64g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
CHOCOLATE MALTED CAKE
This is a double layer chocolate cake. If you can find malt powder that will give a strong malt flavor, but i don't think they have it anymore. So go ahead and use malted milk powder.
Provided by valgal123
Categories Dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield 1 2 layer cake, 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- CAKE: preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cut two parchment paper circles to fit in the bottom of two 9 inch cake pans and lightly butter or spray the parchment paper and the pan sides.
- Combine the flour, sugar, cocoa, malted milk powder, baking soda, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.
- Place the eggs in another large bowl and beat well. Add the milk, oil, and vanilla to the eggs and stir until combined.
- Slowly add the boiling water and mix well.
- Add the wet ingredients to the flour mixture and stir until smooth.
- Pour half of the batter into each of the prepared pans and bake for 40 minutes or until the cake springs back when gently pressed in the center.
- Remove the cakes from the pans, remove the parchment paper and place on wire reacks to cool.
- FROSTING:.
- Place the chocolate in a small microwave safe bowl and microwave on high heat for 1 minute, then stir. If the chocolate is not all melted, place it back in the microwave for 15 seconds at a time, stirring after each time, until it is comletely melted. Be careful not to let the chocolate start to bubble or it will burn and get gritty.
- Place the butter and egg in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes or until fluffy. Add the confectioner sugar, malted milk powder and melted chocolate and mix for 1 minute or until even in color. Add the vanilla, milk and salt and mix for 2 minutes or until fluffy.
- To Assemble Cake:.
- Place 1 of the cooled cakes upside down on a serving platter and cover the top and sides with half of the frosting. Place the remaining frosting on the top and sides, blending the upper and lower portions of the sides as you go. Arrange the malted milk balls around the outside edge of the cake.
- AND YOUR DONE, TIME TO EAT!
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your cake.
- Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help them to cream together more easily and create a lighter, fluffier cake.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough and dense.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Be creative with your frosting. You can use any type of frosting you like, or even make your own.
- Decorate the cake with your favorite toppings. You can use sprinkles, chocolate chips, candy, or even fresh fruit.
Conclusion:
Chocolate malt layer cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a chocolate malt layer cake that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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