Delicious 50th Chocolate Birthday Cake Recipe with Whitakers Chocolate
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Category
Chocolate
Servings
12
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
45 minutes
Calories
480
Turn 50 in style with this chocolate cake.
Made with Whitakers Milk and Dark Chocolate, it offers a moist sponge and creamy ganache.
This recipe suits big parties or quiet treats.
Easy to bake at home, it brings rich flavour to any table.
Follow the steps below for a cake that impresses family and friends.
Ingredients
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200g Whitakers Dark Chocolate, chopped
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200g unsalted butter, cubed
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200g caster sugar
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4 large eggs
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150g self-raising flour
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50g cocoa powder
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1 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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100ml whole milk
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250g Whitakers Milk Chocolate, chopped
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150ml double cream
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50g unsalted butter
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Chocolate curls, shavings, or Whitakers Chocolate Thins
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Optional: edible gold dust or chocolate shards
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“50” cake topper or candles
For the Cake:
For the Ganache & Filling:
For Decoration:
Directions
Bake the Cake:
Preheat your oven to 170°C (fan) / 190°C (conventional).
Grease and line two 8-inch round cake tins.
Melt the chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water.
Stir until smooth, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
Add vanilla extract.
Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder, folding gently until combined.
Stir in the melted chocolate mixture and milk until smooth.
Divide evenly between tins and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean.
Cool completely on wire racks.
Make the ganache
Warm the cream in a saucepan until just simmering.
Pour over the chopped Whitakers Milk Chocolate and butter.
Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until glossy and smooth.
Cool slightly until spreadable.
Assemble
Spread a layer of ganache between the two cakes.
Use the rest to cover the top and sides.
Decorate
Add chocolate curls, Whitakers Thins, or drizzle with melted chocolate.
Finish with your “50” topper or candles.
Recipe Notes
If you have any questions about how to make this recipe, please post a comment below and we will get back to you.
Servings: The recipe typically yields 12 delicious portions of chocolate cake to celebrate a 50th birthday.
Calories per serving: 480 calories.
Remember: Please tag #whitakerschocolates with photos of your homemade 50th Birthday Chocolate Cake.
Nutritional Information for This Cake
| Nutrient | Amount per 100g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1744 kJ / 417 kcal |
| Fat | 28g |
| of which saturates | 17g |
| Carbohydrate | 36g |
| of which sugars | 25g |
| Fibre | 2.5g |
| Protein | 6g |
| Salt | 0.2g |
How to Store Your Homemade Birthday Cake
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature. It stays fresh for up to 3 days this way.
In hot weather, move it to the fridge to keep it good for up to 5 days.
Take it out early to warm up before you serve it, so the texture and taste stay at their best.
For longer storage, freeze the cake. Cut it into slices first if you want.
Wrap each slice well in cling film, then add a layer of foil. Put them in a freezer bag or container.
The cake freezes well for up to 2 months. To thaw, leave it at room temperature for a few hours or in the fridge overnight.
Avoid microwaving to thaw, as it can make the cake dry.
If the cake has ganache or decorations, handle it with care when you store it.
Cover it loosely at first to let any moisture escape, then seal the container. This stops the top from getting sticky.
Always check for signs of spoilage before you eat it, such as odd smells or mould.
A Brief History of Birthday Cake
Birthday cakes originated in ancient Egypt with sweet offerings for gods' coronations.
Greeks baked honey cakes for Artemis, adding candles to symbolize wishes.
Romans used simple cakes for elite birthdays.
Medieval Germany shaped dough for children's celebrations.
By the 18th century, German "Kinderfest" featured candles for each year plus one for luck.
The Industrial Revolution made ingredients affordable, globalizing the tradition.
