Description
Chocolate lovers rejoice with this three layers chocolate M&M celebration cake, a delightful dessert that promises pure indulgence. Moist chocolate sponge, creamy frosting, and colorful M&M candies create a festive treat you’ll savor down to the last delicious crumb.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups (220 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Sugars:
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) brown sugar
Wet Ingredients and Add-ins:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) buttermilk
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) boiling water
- 1 cup (170 grams) M&Ms (for baking)
- 1 cup (170 grams) chocolate chips (for frosting)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350F (175C) and thoroughly coating three 8-inch round cake pans with grease and flour.
- Create a dry ingredient mixture by whisking together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder in a medium mixing bowl.
- In a large bowl, cream granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter until the mixture becomes airy and pale.
- Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring thorough mixing after each addition. Blend in vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredient mixture with the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until ingredients are just integrated, avoiding overmixing.
- Pour boiling water into the batter, stirring until the mixture achieves a smooth, consistent texture. Gently fold in M&Ms, distributing them evenly throughout.
- Distribute the batter equally among the prepared cake pans, using a spatula to create smooth, level surfaces.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, testing doneness by inserting a toothpick into the cake’s center – it should emerge clean.
- Allow cakes to rest in their pans for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to wire cooling racks to reach room temperature completely.
Notes
- Select high-quality cocoa powder for a deeper, richer chocolate flavor that elevates the entire cake experience.
- Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature to create a smoother, more uniform cake batter that blends perfectly.
- Fold M&Ms gently to prevent color bleeding and maintain their vibrant appearance throughout the cake layers.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a reliable gluten-free flour blend and add 1 teaspoon of xanthan gum for better texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 288 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg