Chocolate Cake With Boiled Frosting
Chocolate cake with boiled frosting is a delicious treat that pairs rich, moist chocolate cake with light, sweet meringue-like boiled icing. The airy frosting, made from sugar and egg whites, contrasts beautifully with the dense cake, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures for any occasion.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Electric hand mixer or stand mixer (for frosting)
- 2 9-inch round cake pans
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Saucepan for frosting
- Toothpicks (for cake testing)
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 large eggs at room temperature
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups boiling water
For the Boiled Frosting:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven & prepare pans: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add wet ingredients: Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Beat until smooth, then stir in boiling water (batter will be thin).
- Bake the cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the frosting: In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, milk, butter, flour, and salt. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly until thickened (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Frost the cake: Once the cake layers are completely cool, spread the boiled frosting over the top and sides. Let set before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
If you’re wondering about the frosting’s texture, it’s not like your usual buttercream—it’s more like a fluffy, marshmallow-like consistency.
The boiled frosting’s lightness complements the dense chocolate cake beautifully. While it may look simple, the combination is truly indulgent.
You can also get creative and add a few decorations like sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or even a dusting of cocoa powder on top for extra flair.
If you’re looking for a quicker frosting alternative, you can always go with a classic chocolate ganache or buttercream. However, the boiled frosting is unique and offers a different taste and texture that’s worth trying.