KitKat Chocolate Cake for #SundaySupper

It’s been a wonderful 2013 for me. Things have gone wild, in a positive vibe. We got another car, Mable, back in January for $100. It’s obviously an old car but this really helps us. We used to share 1 car and with Frederick’s busy schedule, I felt bad if he had to wake up earlier than his regular schedule so he could drive me to the BART station, and he’s been working at least 14 hours daily, so this is very helpful. My in-laws also came and stayed for about 1 month. It’s been a while since the last time we met; hence having them here was lovely. Work? It’s been crazy busy, but busy is good, right? …and not to mention some online classes, but in short, life is great.

Each morning and night, I try to count my blessings and see things that I’ve accomplished and I’m so thankful to be where I am today. It was a roller coaster in 2012 but 2013 has been a year of breakthrough for us and there’s no reason for not celebrating it.

Unlike any other cake, this chocolate cake is actually steamed, instead of baked. I just love the spongy texture and does not make the cake too filling. I add dark chocolate Kit Kat crush in each layer, making it extra special and of course, double chocolate threat.

Kit Kat Chocolate Cake

2013-03-02 18:09:12

Serves 6

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Cake

5 eggs, room temperature

3/4 cup sugar

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 cup butter, melted

32 pcs Kit Kat king size

4 pcs dark chocolate Kit Kat, crushed

Mix berries (strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, etc.)

Frosting

1/3 cup soft butter

3 cup confectioners' sugar

1 1/2 tsp vanilla

About 2 tbs milk

Instructions

Line a 4-inch cake pan with parchment paper. Prepare a wok for steaming.

Cake: In a mixer, beat the sugar and eggs until stiff.

Gradually add the flour and cocoa powder to the egg mixture, stirring. Mix thoroughly, but do not beat.

Add the butter and mix well.

Pour the batter into the cake pan. Bring the water in the wok to a high boil, then turn down to medium. Steam the cake, covered, for 20 - 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool the cake on a rack. Invert onto a plate and remove the parchment paper.

Frosting: Blend butter and sugar. Stir in vanilla and milk. Beat until frosting is smooth and of spreading consistency.

To decorate: Trim the cake into 3-layer using a long serrated knife.

Place one layer, rounded side down, on cake plate, spread frosting using a small offset spatula and crumbled Kit Kat. Place a second layer and repeat the same. Place the last layer on top.

Coat side with very thin layer of frosting to seal in crumbs. Cover with Kit Kat.

Spread remaining frosting over top of cake, just meeting the built-up ridge around side and top with berries.

Notes

You can substitute frosting with your favorite buttercream.

By The Urban Mrs

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Jen @JuanitasCocina on March 3, 2013 at 6:47 am said:

I’m so intrigued by the steamed cake…but I can’t get over the KitKats!

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Paula @ Vintage Kitchen on March 3, 2013 at 9:12 am said:

This cake is a stunner! Wonderful way of celebrating a good year. And the steaming part is so intriguing.

Diana @GourmetDrizzles on March 3, 2013 at 11:54 am said:

What a pretty cake! The fresh fruit looks amazing on top… and is making me long for spring! Ditto on the steaming- something I will love to try out!

Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers on March 3, 2013 at 11:57 am said:

Your cake is beautiful and it’s healthy too since there is fruit on top! I love it!!

Conni @FoodieArmyWife on March 3, 2013 at 12:42 pm said:

When I was a kid, Kit-Kats were one of my absolutely MOST favorite candies. Cute cake!

Tara on March 3, 2013 at 1:19 pm said:

I have got to make one of these, so cool!! Love your pics too!!

Emily @ Life on Food on March 3, 2013 at 4:18 pm said:

What an amazing way to use kit kats. It looks so cool…and delicious!

Sarah on March 3, 2013 at 4:34 pm said:

Wow! It’s so unique but sounds amazing

Cindys Recipes and Writings on March 3, 2013 at 8:41 pm said:

Cute idea I love the Kit Kats!

Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom on March 3, 2013 at 10:29 pm said:

wow Linda, everything sounds so busy but good. . I am so intrigued with the steamed cake. . WOW! and I’ve been dying to make a Kit Kat cake ever since I saw one on Pinterest. Yours looks absolutely beautiful with the fresh fruit on top! Love it!!! And if I haven’t told you, I love the new blog look/design. . and I love how you are displaying your photos. . how do you do that? Stupid question I know. . photoshop?

theurbanmrs on March 4, 2013 at 7:55 pm said:

Thanks, Alice. I’ve been playing around with it (still learning :0) but I’m using Illustrator. Let me know if you need help!

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Christine @ Cooking Crusade on March 4, 2013 at 3:32 am said:

I’m glad to hear that your 2013 is going well This cake looks soo cute, I just love how you decorated it with the kitkats!! hehe

Laura | Small Wallet, Big Appetite on March 4, 2013 at 9:18 am said:

Oh my goodness not only does this sound delicious your photos are gorgeous.

Amy Kim (@kimchi_mom) on March 4, 2013 at 10:01 am said:

Kit Kat KRAZY! Sounds decadent. Beautiful presentation.

Renee on March 4, 2013 at 12:36 pm said:

This is the first time I’ve ever seen a steamed cake. I have to make it. I’m so intrigued by the whole thing. Awesome.

Susan on March 4, 2013 at 1:35 pm said:

Such a gorgeous cake! I’m in love with the fruit on top, and well who can resist those kitkats?

Hezzi-D on March 5, 2013 at 3:46 am said:

I recently made a KitKat cake but I love the use of fresh fruit in yours! It looks beautiful!

Soni @ sonisfood on March 5, 2013 at 6:04 am said:

Ooh your cake is absolutely stunning! ! I love the fact that its steamed and the Kit Kat obviously makes it special Love the fruit toppings too

Angie @ Big Bear's Wife on March 6, 2013 at 6:57 am said:

I love Kit Kat Cakes. I think they are so pretty! I made an easter one once, but I LOVE this one with the fruit on top!

Lane @ Supper for a Steal on March 6, 2013 at 8:29 am said:

Wow I have never heard of steamed cake. I bet that makes for a very moist cake. Something I should try since I’m not very fond of dry store bought cakes.