Best 7 Yellow Cake With Chocolate Malt Buttercream Recipes

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Are you craving a delightful, moist, and fluffy cake with a flavorful, decadent frosting? Look no further! Yellow cake with chocolate malt buttercream is the perfect treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. This classic combination of flavors is sure to impress and is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday party, a potluck, or just a simple gathering with friends and family. The vibrant yellow cake layers are moist and tender, while the chocolate malt buttercream is rich, creamy, and wonderfully malty. Get ready to indulge in this irresistible dessert that will leave you craving more!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LAYERED YELLOW CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM



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This yellow cake will become your go-to recipe for birthdays, but the tender cake with flavorful chocolate buttercream is truly perfect for any occasion. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2/3 cup butter, softened
1-3/4 cups sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups 2% milk
2 cups butter, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/2 cup Dutch-processed cocoa, sifted
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup 2% milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour two 9-in. round baking pans. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. , For buttercream, in a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar and cocoa until smooth. Add vanilla and salt. Add milk; beat until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes., Spread buttercream between layers and over top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 593 calories, Fat 33g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 432mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (53g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

YELLOW CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE MALT BUTTERCREAM



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Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake is layered with made-from-scratch chocolate frosting and topped with crushed malt balls.

Provided by Bree Hester

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup malted milk powder
1/2 cup unsweetened baking cocoa
4 cups powdered sugar
4 to 6 tablespoons whipping cream
1 cup chocolate-covered malted milk balls, crushed

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Spray 2 (9-inch) round cake pans with cooking spray. In large bowl, beat all Cake ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed 5 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally, until well blended. Pour batter into pans.
  • Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove cakes from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In large bowl, beat butter, malted milk powder and unsweetened cocoa with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating until combined. Add 4 tablespoons cream; beat until blended. Continue beating about 3 minutes or until frosting is light and fluffy, adding more cream if needed.
  • Place 1 cake layer on serving plate; spread with 1/2 cup frosting. Top with second cake layer. Frost sides and top of cake with thin layer of frosting to seal in crumbs. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • Frost cake with remaining frosting. Garnish with crushed malted milk balls.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH MALTED CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 4h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

Cooking spray, for the pans
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon fine salt
1 cup hot coffee
1/3 cup chopped semisweet chocolate
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup canola oil
3 large eggs plus 1 egg yolk
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
1 cup chocolate-covered malted milk balls, plus more for garnish
1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup malted milk powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon fine salt

Steps:

  • For the cake: Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat two 8-inch-round cake pans with cooking spray and line the bottoms with parchment paper rounds.
  • Sift the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt into a medium bowl and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine the hot coffee and semisweet chocolate. Allow the coffee to melt the chocolate, then cool the mixture to warm, not hot. Stir to blend the chocolate into the coffee. Add the buttermilk and vanilla and stir again. Set aside.
  • Whisk together the oil, eggs and egg yolk in the bowl of a stand mixer on medium high, about 1 minute. Reduce the speed to low and add the coffee mixture. Gradually add the flour mixture and mix on low until well blended, about 1 minute. Give the batter a 20-second burst on medium-high speed.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake on the center rack until a toothpick inserted into the centers of the cakes comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Allow to cool for about 30 minutes in the pans, then remove from the pans and cool completely on a wire rack. Carefully double-wrap the cooled cakes in plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours or until you are ready to decorate.
  • For the buttercream: Place the malted milk balls in a resealable bag and seal. Break the candies into small chunks with the back of a spoon and set aside.
  • Beat the butter in the bowl of a stand mixer on medium speed until nice and smooth, about 1 minute. On low speed, gradually add the confectioners' sugar until fully incorporated. Add the malted milk powder, vanilla and salt. Beat on medium speed until well combined, 2 minutes. (For a firmer buttercream, add a little more confectioners' sugar. For a softer buttercream, add a little water a tablespoon at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.) In a small bowl, mix a quarter of the buttercream with the crushed malted milk balls. Store in airtight containers until ready to use.
  • To assemble the cake: Remove the plastic wrap from the cakes. Using a long serrated knife, carefully cut off the domed sections of each layer of cake. (Discard the scraps or give to eager family and friends.) Place one layer of the cake on a plate or disposable cardboard cake circle. Using a medium-size offset spatula, spread about a 1/2-inch layer of the buttercream with candy pieces onto the top of the cake layer, leaving about half an inch of space between the buttercream and the edge of the cake. Carefully place the other layer on top of the one with the candy buttercream. Using the plain buttercream (without candy pieces), spread a thin layer of buttercream all the way around the entire cake. Chill the cake for about 30 minutes. This will act as a crumb coat and lock in all of the loose crumbs before adding the final layer of icing. Remove the cake from the refrigerator and, using your spatula, spread another layer of buttercream on the sides and top of the cake. Crush additional malted milk candies and sprinkle on top of the cake.

YELLOW CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened, plus more for greasing the pan
4 cups cake flour, plus more for flouring the pan
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 cups granulated sugar
6 large eggs, at room temperature
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups whole milk
5 1/2 cups powdered sugar
3/4 cup cocoa powder
3 sticks (1 1/2 cups) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup heavy cream, plus more if needed for thinning
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt in a large bowl and set aside.
  • In an electric mixer, mix the butter and granulated sugar on high speed until fluffy. Scrape the sides of the bowl and mix for a few more seconds. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla and mix to combine. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk in 3 batches, mixing for a few seconds after each addition. Scrape the sides of the bowl, then mix 1 final time.
  • Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and bake until done (a wooden skewer inserted in the cake should come out completely clean), 28 to 30 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 minutes, then turn out to cool completely.
  • For the buttercream frosting: Sift the powdered sugar and cocoa together in a large bowl and set aside.
  • In an electric mixer with the paddle attachment, cream the butter until smooth, about 2 minutes. Turn off the mixer and add half of the sugar/cocoa mixture. Turn to low speed and mix to combine. Add the rest of the mixture and mix again. Add the cream, vanilla and salt, scrape the sides and beat until fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Thin out with a tablespoon of cream at a time if needed.
  • Ice the cake with a generous layer in the center and spread all around the sides. WARNING: MUST BE SERVED WITH A GLASS OF COLD MILK!

YELLOW LAYER CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Craving a good old-fashioned cake, a tall, frosted showgirl, preening on a high crystal stand? This yellow cake with chocolate frosting and a macaroon crunch is just the ticket. This recipe is adapted from one made at Junior's in Brooklyn. The cake is moist, and the frosting sweet. Quite sweet, actually. Just right.

Provided by Alex Witchel

Categories     brunch, lunch, dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield One 9-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 20

Butter, for greasing cake pans
1 2/3 cups sifted cake flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
10 extra-large eggs, separated
1 1/3 cups sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon pure lemon extract
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 1/2 cups finely chopped nuts (almonds, pecans and/or walnuts)
1/2 cup sweetened coconut flakes
8 cups (2 pounds) sifted confectioners' sugar
1 2/3 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup margarine, at room temperature
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup heavy cream, or as needed

Steps:

  • For the cake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Generously butter two round 9-inch cake pans, and line bottoms with parchment or wax paper. Sift cake flour, baking powder and salt together.
  • Using a stand mixer, beat egg yolks on high for 5 minutes. With mixer still running, gradually add 1 cup sugar and continue beating until thick, light yellow ribbons form in bowl, about 5 minutes more, scraping bowl two or three times. Beat in the vanilla and lemon extracts. Sift flour mixture over batter and stir it in by hand until blended. Add melted butter, and stir until completely incorporated.
  • In a large, clean bowl, and using the mixer's whisk attachment, beat egg whites and cream of tartar together on high until frothy. Gradually add remaining 1/3 cup sugar, and continue beating until whites are stiff but not dry. Stir 1 cup of whites into batter, then gently fold in remaining whites until blended. Divide batter between prepared pans. Bake until golden and center springs back when lightly touched, about 25 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely.
  • For macaroon crunch: Toss nuts and coconut together, and spread on a baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees until golden and crunchy, 10 to 15 minutes, tossing twice. Set aside to cool.
  • For chocolate frosting: Sift the confectioners' sugar, cocoa and salt together. Using a stand mixer, cream together the butter and margarine on high until light yellow and slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. With mixer still running, add corn syrup and vanilla. Reduce speed to low and add sugar mixture in two batches, beating well after each. Blend in 3/4 cup cream until frosting is a spreading consistency, adding more if needed. Increase speed to high and beat until light and creamy, about 2 minutes more; there will be about 8 cups of frosting. Spoon about 1 cup into a pastry bag fitted with a medium star tip.
  • For assembly: Using a long serrated knife, cut each cake horizontally into two equal layers. Spread first layer with about a fifth of frosting, then place second layer on top of it and frost it, too. Repeat with third and fourth layers. Frost sides with all remaining frosting except what is in pastry bag. Pat macaroon crunch on sides of cake (not top) until covered. Using frosting in pastry bag, pipe 6 rosettes on top of cake. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate, allowing cake to stand at room temperature for about an hour before slicing.

YELLOW CAKE WITH BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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This is a classic scratch cake. The homemade buttery frosting and crisp, sugared edges really make it stand out. -Aria Thornton, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2/3 cup butter, softened
1-3/4 cups sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs, room temperature
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups 2% milk
FROSTING:
1 cup butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
4 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 to 4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan., Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and 1 egg at a time, beating well. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt; beat into creamed mixture alternately with milk. Transfer to prepared pan., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes. Place on a wire rack; cool completely., For frosting, beat butter until creamy; gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth and light in color, about 3 minutes. Beat in vanilla and 3 tablespoons cream until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes; thin with additional cream if desired. Spread over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 342mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (48g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

YELLOW BUTTER CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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This delicious cake recipe was adapted from "Martha Stewart's Baking Handbook."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Yield Makes one 9-inch layer cake

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 ounces best-quality semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon Dutch-process cocoa powder
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon boiling water
3 sticks (1 1/2 cups) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
Pinch of salt
Yellow Butter Cake
Colored sprinkles (optional)

Steps:

  • Place chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over (but not touching) simmering water. Turn off heat; stir occasionally until chocolate has melted completely, about 15 minutes. Set bowl on countertop, and let chocolate cool to room temperature, 25 to 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine cocoa powder and boiling water in a small bowl; stir until cocoa is dissolved.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter, confectioners' sugar, and salt on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Add melted chocolate; beat on low speed until combined, 1 to 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Beat in cocoa mixture.
  • Using a serrated knife, trim tops of cakes to make level; brush off crumbs. Place four strips of parchment paper around perimeter of a serving plate or lazy Susan. Place the first layer on the cake plate, and spread top with 3/4 cup of frosting. Place the second layer on top, bottom side up, and spread top with 3/4 cup of frosting; repeat process with the third layer. Place the remaining layer on top of the third layer, bottom-side up; insert a dowel into the center of cakes if necessary. Spread entire cake with remaining frosting. Decorate with sprinkles, if desired.

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients for even creaming and a smooth batter.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy for a well-aerated cake.
  • Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, to prevent curdling.
  • Sift together the dry ingredients to ensure even distribution and a light, tender crumb.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with milk, and beginning and ending with the dry ingredients to avoid overmixing.
  • Bake the cake at a moderate temperature (350°F) for a moist and evenly cooked cake.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • For the chocolate malt buttercream, use good quality cocoa powder and malt powder for a rich and flavorful frosting.
  • Beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy for a smooth and creamy frosting.
  • Gradually add the cocoa powder and malt powder, alternating with milk, until the desired consistency is reached.

Conclusion:

With its moist, tender crumb, sweet vanilla flavor, and creamy chocolate malt frosting, this yellow cake is a classic dessert that is sure to please everyone. Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or any special occasion, this cake is easy to make and always a hit. The combination of the sweet cake and the rich, malty frosting is irresistible, and the sprinkle of malt powder on top adds a fun and festive touch. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cake, give this yellow cake with chocolate malt buttercream a try – you won't be disappointed!

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