Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Cherry Balsamic Frosting
Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Cherry Balsamic Frosting
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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- Author
- Olivelle
- Prep Time
- 20 minutes
- Cook Time
- 30 minutes
- Servings
- 20
- Category
Dessert
Ingredients
- 1 Box Chocolate Cake Mix (enough for two 9” round pans)
- Vanilla Maple Infused Olive Oil, according to the box directions
- 4 oz 60% Cacao Chocolate
- 1 ½ cups Unsalted Butter, softened but still firm
- 3 cups Powdered Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Cara Cara Cherry White Barrel Aged Balsamic, plus more for drizzling
- 2 Tbsp Cherry Juice, optional
- ¼ tsp Vanilla Bean Infused Sea Salt
- 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!