Chocolate Cake With Boiled Icing
Chocolate Cake with Boiled Icing features rich, moist chocolate layers complemented by a silky, glossy icing made from boiling sugar and cocoa. The contrast of textures and flavors creates a delightful balance, making each bite indulgently sweet and utterly satisfying. Perfect for celebrations!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Hand or stand mixer
- Whisk
- Measuring spoons and cups
- 8-inch round cake pan (or similar size)
- Saucepan (for icing)
- Electric mixer or hand whisk for frosting
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder preferably Dutch-processed
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup boiling water
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Boiled Icing:
- 1 large egg white use 2 if eggs are small
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- A pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons water
- ⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat and Prepare the Cake Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
Add Wet Ingredients:
- Add the softened butter, egg, sour cream, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix using an electric mixer or whisk until smooth and well-combined.
Incorporate Boiling Water:
- Gradually pour in the boiling water, mixing the batter until it is smooth. The batter will be thin, but this is normal.
Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Boiled Icing:
- In a saucepan, combine the egg white, sugar, salt, and water. Place over medium heat, whisking constantly until the mixture reaches a soft peak stage. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
Whisk the Icing:
- Remove the saucepan from the heat, and continue to whisk until the icing is glossy and stiff peaks form. Stir in the vanilla essence.
Frost the Cake:
- Once the cake has completely cooled, spread the boiled icing over the top and sides of the cake. Decorate as desired.