Bite-Sized Bliss: How to Make a Miniature KITKAT Cake

Craving a delightful treat that combines the iconic taste of KITKAT with a touch of creativity? Look no further than the Miniature KITKAT Cake! This adorable and delicious dessert is a fun twist on the classic chocolate cake, adorned with crunchy KITKAT bars and topped with your favorite sweets. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the step-by-step process of creating this irresistible miniature cake that is sure to captivate your taste buds and impress your guests.

The Miniature KITKAT Cake is a delightful fusion of rich chocolate cake layers, luscious frosting, and the crunchy goodness of KITKAT bars. Each mini cake is perfectly sized to be a single-serving delight, making it ideal for parties, celebrations, or simply treating yourself. The contrast of soft and moist cake with the crispy texture of KITKAT bars adds a unique dimension to this dessert, creating a symphony of flavors and textures in every mouthful. Top it off with colorful sprinkles or your favorite candy, and you have a miniature masterpiece that is both charming and scrumptious!

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Cake:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup boiling water

For the Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Decoration:

• Miniature KITKAT bars (enough to cover the sides of the cakes)
• Colorful sprinkles or your favorite candy for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1: Bake the Chocolate Cakes

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a miniature cake pan or cupcake/muffin pan by greasing and flouring the wells.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

In a separate bowl, mix together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Slowly add the boiling water to the batter while stirring continuously. The batter will be thin; don’t worry, as this ensures a moist and tender cake.

Divide the batter evenly among the wells of the prepared pan. Bake for approximately 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cake comes out clean.

Step 2: Prepare the Frosting

In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing until fully incorporated.

Pour in the heavy cream (or milk) and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.

Step 3: Assemble the Miniature KITKAT Cake

Once the cakes have cooled completely, carefully remove them from the pan.

Take a miniature KITKAT bar and gently press it around the sides of each cake to create a border. The frosting will hold the KITKAT bars in place.

Fill the center of each cake with the prepared frosting, ensuring it’s level with the KITKAT border.

Step 4: Decorate and Delight!

Now comes the fun part! Garnish the tops of the cakes with colorful sprinkles or your favorite candy to add a burst of color and sweetness.

Place the Miniature KITKAT Cakes in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the frosting to set.