Delicious Chocolate Baby Shower Cake Recipe with Whitakers Chocolate
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Category
Chocolate
Servings
14
Prep Time
40 minutes
Cook Time
45 minutes
Calories
460
As the excitement builds for a new little one, what better way to mark the occasion than with a luscious chocolate cake? This Chocolate Baby Shower Cake brings together the smooth richness of Whitakers Dark Chocolate in the sponge and creamy Whitakers Milk Chocolate in the ganache. 👶🍫
Picture soft layers of moist cake, sandwiched with glossy ganache and adorned with gentle pastel sprinkles or fondant shapes in blue, pink, or neutral shades. Add a charming "Oh Baby" topper and some chocolate curls for that extra touch of sweetness. 🎂✨
Simple to bake at home, this cake serves 14 and makes a stunning focal point on any baby shower table. With hints like adding espresso for deeper flavour, it fits all kinds of celebrations. Get ready to create joyful memories with every slice! 🍼❤️
Ingredients
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225g Whitakers Dark Chocolate, chopped
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225g unsalted butter, cubed
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250g light brown sugar
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4 large eggs
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175g 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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150ml buttermilk
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250g Whitakers Milk Chocolate, chopped
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150ml double cream
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25g butter
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Whitakers Chocolate Thins for topping
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Pastel-coloured chocolate drops, sprinkles, or fondant decorations (blue, pink, or neutral tones)
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“Oh Baby” cake topper or themed decorations
For the Cake:
For the Ganache:
For Decoration:
Directions
Preheat the oven to 170°C (fan)/190°C (conventional).
Grease and line two 8-inch round cake tins.
Melt the Whitakers Dark Chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
Allow to cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until light and fluffy.
Add the vanilla extract.
Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder, folding gently until fully combined.
Stir in the melted chocolate mixture and buttermilk to create a smooth, rich batter.
Divide evenly between tins and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
Cool completely before decorating.
Make the ganache
Warm the cream until just simmering, then pour over the chopped Whitakers Milk Chocolate and butter.
Leave for 2 minutes, then stir until glossy.
Cool slightly to thicken.
Assemble
Spread a layer of ganache between the two cakes, then use the rest to cover the top and sides.
Decorate
Add Whitakers chocolate curls or thins on top, then finish with pastel sprinkles, fondant baby decorations, or an “Oh Baby” topper.
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 makes 14 delicious portions of chocolate cake for a baby shower.
Calories per serving: 460 calories.
Remember: Please tag #whitakerschocolates with photos of your homemade Chocolate Baby Shower Cake.
Nutritional Information for This Recipe
| Typical Values | Per slice | % RI* |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 2117 kJ / 506 kcal | 25% |
| Fat | 33g | 47% |
| of which saturates | 20g | 100% |
| Carbohydrate | 48g | 18% |
| of which sugars | 33g | 37% |
| Fibre | 3g | - |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Salt | 0.2g | 3% |
* Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal)
How to Store Your Homemade Baby Shower Cake
Once baked and decorated, store your Chocolate Baby Shower Cake to keep it fresh. 🍰🛡️
At room temperature: Cover with a cake dome or loose foil in a cool, dry spot away from sun or heat. Good for up to 3 days. 🌡️
In the fridge: Use an airtight container or cling film. Lasts up to 5 days. Let it warm for 30 minutes before serving. ❄️
Freezing: Wrap undecorated layers in cling film and foil, then in a freezer bag. Up to 3 months. Thaw in fridge overnight, then decorate fresh. Avoid freezing decorated cakes. 🧊
Tips: Use clean tools for slicing. Check for soft spots before eating. Enjoy your Whitakers chocolate cake! 👶❤️
A Brief History of Baby Showers in the UK
Baby showers celebrate a new baby with gifts, games and treats.
They have old roots worldwide, but became common in the UK only recently from US trends. 👶🎉
Ancient times: Egyptians had post-birth rituals for purification. Greeks welcomed babies with ceremonies. Romans blessed childbirth gods.
Indians gave gifts in pregnancy months. Medieval Europe saw quick baptisms with silver gifts. Renaissance brought practical items. Victorians kept pregnancies private, focusing on christenings.
US start: Early 1900s teas showered mums-to-be with gifts. Post-WWII baby boom made them fun events, shifting to pre-birth.
UK adoption: Not usual until 2000s. Brits preferred post-birth pub toasts.
Media and celebs spread them for excitement and help. Now include reveals, cakes and gifts, mixing old support with fun.
