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Versatile Maltesers Chocolate Cake

A delightful fusion of rich chocolate flavors and whimsical design, perfect for celebrations and evoking memories of Hogwarts.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 425
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups sugar For a sweet touch that balances the richness of chocolate.
  • 1.25 sticks 1 ¼ sticks butter Adds a creamy texture and rich flavor.
  • 2 large 2 large eggs Essential for binding the ingredients together.
  • 1.67 cups 1 ⅔ cups flour Forms the cake’s structure.
  • 1.25 cups 1 ¼ cups buttermilk Ensures moisture and tenderness.
  • 0.25 cup ¼ cup strong coffee Enhances the chocolate flavor beautifully.
  • 1.5 tsp 1 ½ tsp baking soda A leavening agent for volume and fluffiness.
  • 1 tsp 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds a warm, aromatic note.
  • 0.25 tsp ¼ tsp salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 tsp 1 tsp instant coffee granules Boosts the coffee flavor.
  • 0.67 cup ⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder The star ingredient, use good quality for best results.
  • 1.5 lb 1 ½ lb Maltesers The pièce de résistance for decoration.
Frosting Ingredients
  • 0.33 cup ⅓ cup butter (at room temperature) For the frosting's creaminess.
  • 1 lb 1 lb confectioner's sugar Adds sweetness and texture to the frosting.
  • 0.5 cup ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder For a deeper chocolate frosting.
  • 2 tbsp 2 tbsp milk To achieve the right piping consistency.
  • 0.5 tsp ½ tsp vanilla To add a hint of flavor to the frosting.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350℉ (175℃). Prepare your cake tins by rubbing them with a small amount of butter and dusting them with flour, or line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the sugar and butter together until blended, then increase speed to beat until light and fluffy (about 6 to 7 minutes). Scrape the bowl periodically.
  3. Reduce mixer speed to low and add eggs, buttermilk, coffee, and vanilla. Mix until fully combined.
  4. Add baking soda, flour, salt, cocoa, and coffee powder, mixing until well combined. Scrape the sides of the bowl and beat on high for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake 4" and 6" cakes for 12 to 15 minutes, and the 8" cake for 18 to 20 minutes, checking with a skewer for doneness.
Frosting
  1. While the cakes are baking, make the frosting by combining all frosting ingredients except milk. Gradually add milk until the desired piping consistency is reached.
Assembly
  1. Once cakes have cooled slightly, remove from pans and cool completely on a wire rack. Level the tops with a serrated knife.
  2. Place the 8" cake on a serving plate and frost the top and sides. Position the 6" cake in the center and frost it, then place the 4" cake on top and frost completely.
  3. Decorate with Maltesers, starting with one on top and working outwards.
  4. Fill in any bare spots with piped frosting. Get creative with decoration!

Notes

For a more moist cake, consider adding extra buttermilk. Use high-quality cocoa powder for best flavor. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for about a week. This cake can be frozen for up to 3 months.