The Ultimate Maltesers Chocolate Chiffon Cake (A Showstopping Treat!)

Hello, my friends, and get ready for a cake that is the very definition of a fun, impressive, and utterly delicious celebration! If you are a fan of that light, crispy, and malty chocolate wonder, the Malteser, then you are going to be completely obsessed with this incredible Maltesers Chocolate Chiffon Cake. This is a true showstopper that will be the star of any birthday party or special occasion.

This isn’t your average, dense chocolate cake. The secret to this masterpiece is a wonderfully light, airy, and unbelievably fluffy chocolate chiffon sponge. This delicate cake is then covered in a rich, creamy, and smooth chocolate buttercream and, for the grand finale, is completely adorned with a cascade of crunchy, chocolatey Maltesers. It’s a spectacular combination of textures and flavors—light, fluffy, creamy, and crunchy all in one glorious bite!

Why You’ll Be Absolutely Obsessed With This Cake

This is more than just a cake; it’s a party on a plate. Here’s why it’s so spectacular:

• Incredibly Light & Fluffy Chiffon Cake: The secret to the cake’s amazing texture is the whipped egg whites, which are gently folded into the batter to create a wonderfully light, airy, and moist sponge.
• A True Showstopping Decoration: Covering the entire cake in Maltesers is not only a fun and easy decorating technique, but it also creates an incredible, jaw-dropping visual that is guaranteed to impress.
• Rich & Creamy Chocolate Buttercream: The simple, classic chocolate buttercream is the perfect, rich, and creamy “glue” to hold all those delicious Maltesers in place, and it’s a delicious treat in its own right.
• The Perfect Celebration Cake: The combination of a spectacular look and a beloved chocolate candy makes this the ultimate cake for birthdays and celebrations for kids and adults alike.

Gather Your Simple, Delicious Ingredients: What You’ll Need

This impressive cake is broken down into two delicious components: the light chiffon cake and the creamy buttercream.

For the Chocolate Chiffon Cake:

• 6 large eggs, separated
• 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
• 60g (about 2/3 cup) cocoa powder
• 260g (about 2 cups) plain flour
• 360g (about 1 3/4 cups) golden caster sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)
• 1 tsp table salt
• 125ml (about 1/2 cup) vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Buttercream & Decoration:

• 500g (about 2 1/4 cups) slightly salted butter, at room temperature
• 200g (about 1 2/3 cups) icing sugar (powdered sugar)
• 50g (about 1/2 cup) drinking chocolate powder
• 2-3 tbsp milk
• 5 x 135g pouches of Maltesers

Crafting Your Maltesers Cake: Step-by-Step Guide

Let’s build this beautiful and fun celebration cake. The gentle folding is key!

1. Prep the Oven and Whip the Egg Whites: First, preheat your oven to 180°C/160°C Fan (350°F). Line the bottom and sides of a deep, 23-24cm (9-inch) round cake tin with baking paper. In the clean bowl of a stand mixer (or in a large bowl with a hand mixer), beat the egg whites and the cream of tartar together until they form stiff peaks.
2. Make the Chocolate Batter and Bake: In a separate large bowl, combine all the remaining cake ingredients—the egg yolks, cocoa, flour, sugar, bicarb, salt, oil, and vanilla—along with 190ml (about 3/4 cup) of water. Blend them together until you have a rich, thick chocolate mixture. Now for the crucial step: gently fold the stiffly beaten egg whites into the chocolate mixture. Do not beat or stir vigorously! You want to keep all that air in. Fold until there are no more white streaks, then pour the batter into your prepared tin.

1. Bake and Cool: Bake for approximately 1 hour. The cake is ready when it feels spongy to the touch. Let it cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Make the Buttercream: In a large bowl, beat the room-temperature butter, icing sugar, and drinking chocolate powder together until the mixture is very soft, creamy, and fluffy. If the buttercream seems too stiff, you can add a tablespoon of milk at a time to loosen it to a perfect, spreadable consistency.
3. Decorate Your Masterpiece: Place your completely cooled cake on a serving plate or cake stand. Use a palette knife to ice the entire cake—top and sides—in an even layer of the chocolate buttercream.

1. Add the Maltesers: Now for the fun part! Starting at the very bottom edge of the cake, begin pressing the Maltesers, one by one, into the icing. Work your way all the way around the cake to create the first layer. Then, start the next layer, resting the Maltesers on the layer below. Continue this process up the sides and then on the top, working in circles towards the middle, until the entire cake is completely covered in a beautiful cascade of Maltesers.

Wise Tips for the Perfect Chiffon Cake

• Gentle Folding is a Must: The secret to a light and airy chiffon cake is the air you whip into the egg whites. When you’re combining the whites with the chocolate batter, use a gentle folding motion with a large spatula to keep as much of that air in as possible.
• A Clean Bowl for Meringue: For the egg whites to whip up to their full, stiff-peaked potential, your mixing bowl must be completely clean and free of any grease or fat.
• Cool the Cake Completely: You must let your cake cool completely to room temperature before you attempt to frost it. A warm cake will melt your beautiful buttercream into a soupy mess.
• Room Temperature Butter: For the smoothest, fluffiest buttercream, it is essential that your butter is properly softened to room temperature before you begin.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Maltesers Cake

Is a chiffon cake difficult to make?
It can seem intimidating, but the key is just the gentle folding of the egg whites. This recipe breaks it down into simple, easy-to-follow steps that guarantee a great result.

Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Yes. You can bake the cake layer a day in advance, let it cool completely, and store it, well-wrapped, at room temperature. The buttercream can also be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge; just let it come to room temperature and give it a quick whip before frosting the cake. It’s best to add the Maltesers on the day you plan to serve it to keep them crunchy.

How do I store the finished cake?
Store the finished cake in a cake carrier or covered in a cool place. It will keep well for up to 3 days.

Conclusion

This Maltesers Chocolate Chiffon Cake is a true celebration in every sense of the word. It’s fun to make, spectacular to look at, and absolutely delicious to eat. I hope this joyful and impressive cake becomes a new star at your celebrations!