Minecraft Chocolate Cake

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Minecraft Chocolate Cake.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).

2. Step 2

   While the oven warms up, take two 9-inch square cake pans and give them a good greasing and a light dusting of flour to ensure your cakes slide out easily later.

3. Step 3

   In a large mixing bowl, sift together 2 1/3 cups of flour, 1/2 cup of cocoa powder, 1 1/2 tablespoons of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.

4. Step 4

   This will create a lovely, airy mixture that’s perfect for your cake.

5. Step 5

   In a separate liquid measuring cup, combine 1 cup of milk with an extra splash of 1 1/2 tablespoons of milk for that creamy texture.

6. Step 6

   Now, grab your electric mixer and in a large bowl, beat together 1 1/2 cups of white sugar and 1/2 cup of softened butter until the mixture is light and fluffy—this should take about 4 minutes.

7. Step 7

   Next, add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and then stir in a splash of vanilla extract for that delightful aroma.

8. Step 8

   Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the butter mixture, alternating with the milk mixture.

9. Step 9

   Be gentle here; mix until just combined to keep your cake light and fluffy.

10. Step 10

    Once your batter is ready, divide it evenly between the prepared cake pans.

11. Step 11

    Pop them into your preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes.

12. Step 12

    You’ll know they’re done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

13. Step 13

    After baking, let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before carefully inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely, which should take around 30 minutes.

14. Step 14

    Once cooled, it’s time to level the tops of your cake layers so they sit nicely.

15. Step 15

    Place one layer on a serving platter and spread a generous layer of jam on top.

16. Step 16

    Then, gently place the second layer on top of the jam-covered layer.

17. Step 17

    Now comes the fun part—spread a luscious chocolate buttercream frosting over the top and sides of the cake, saving about 2 tablespoons for decoration later.

18. Step 18

    For the marzipan decorations, take a piece of marzipan about the size of a golf ball and knead in some red food coloring until it’s beautifully blended.

19. Step 19

    Dust a flat surface with confectioners' sugar and roll out the remaining undyed marzipan into a 9-inch square.

20. Step 20

    Carefully place this on top of your cake.

21. Step 21

    With the trimmings of marzipan, roll them into four strips measuring 9x1 1/2 inches.

22. Step 22

    Cut three rectangular notches into one edge of each strip, then press these onto the sides of the cake with the notches facing down, gently pressing the top and strips together to make them stick.

23. Step 23

    Roll out the red marzipan and cut it into squares of various sizes.

24. Step 24

    Use a little of the reserved frosting to attach the squares onto the top of the cake in a fun, random Minecraft pattern.

25. Step 25

    Enjoy the process and let your creativity shine as you decorate your cake!.