Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Cherry Balsamic Frosting
Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Cherry Balsamic Frosting
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Category
Dessert
Author:
Olivelle
Servings
20
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Turn a simple store-bought cake mix into a show-stopping dessert with this Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Cherry Balsamic Frosting. Using Vanilla Maple Infused Olive Oil and a rich cherry-balsamic frosting, it’s perfect for busy holidays or last-minute celebrations. Topped with fresh cherries and a drizzle of Cara Cara Cherry White Barrel Aged Balsamic, this cake tastes homemade with zero stress.
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Ingredients
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1 Box Chocolate Cake Mix (enough for two 9” round pans)
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Vanilla Maple Infused Olive Oil, according to the box directions
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4 oz 60% Cacao Chocolate
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1 ½ cups Unsalted Butter, softened but still firm
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3 cups Powdered Sugar
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2 Tbsp Cara Cara Cherry White Barrel Aged Balsamic, plus more for drizzling
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2 Tbsp Cherry Juice, optional
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¼ tsp Vanilla Bean Infused Sea Salt
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Cherries, for decorating
Directions
Make the cake according to the box directions, substituting the oil with Vanilla Maple Infused Olive Oil. Bake in two 9” round pans and let cool completely.
Melt the chocolate using a double boiler, or place in a microwave-safe bowl and heat at 50% power in 15-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Let the chocolate cool to room temperature.
Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until smooth. Add 1 cup of powdered sugar at a time, mixing well after each addition until all 3 cups are incorporated.
Add the cooled melted chocolate, 2 Tbsp balsamic, 2 Tbsp cherry juice (or use 2 Tbsp more balsamic if not using cherry juice), and sea salt. Mix until frosting is light and fluffy.
Once cakes are cool, trim the tops with a serrated knife to create a flat surface. Place the first layer on a cake stand or cake turntable, drizzle generously with balsamic vinegar, and spread about ⅓ of the frosting evenly over the top.
Place the second cake layer on top, then frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting. Decorate the top with cherries if desired and enjoy!
Recipe Note
For more elaborate piping or decorations, double the frosting recipe!