Stacked Chocolate Cake
Decadent, tall, and perfect for sharing, this Stacked Chocolate Cake turns simple cupcakes into an impressive layered dessert. Cozy and kid-friendly, it's ideal for parties or weeknight treats.
Ingredients
Cake
- 12 pieces Chocolate cupcakes Store-bought or homemade
Frosting
- 2–3 cups Buttercream frosting
Extras
- 1/2 cup Chocolate ganache Optional
- Sprinkles Optional
- Chocolate shavings Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Bake chocolate cupcakes according to package instructions and let them cool completely.
- Cut the tops off the cooled cupcakes to make them flat and even.
Assembly
- Place one cupcake as the base and stack more cupcakes, spreading a layer of buttercream frosting between each layer.
- Continue stacking until you reach the desired height, pressing gently to secure layers.
- Once stacked, cover the entire cake with more buttercream frosting to seal and smooth the sides.
Decoration
- Optional: Drizzle chocolate ganache over the top and add sprinkles or chocolate shavings for decoration, then slice and serve.
Notes
Trim cupcake tops carefully to create stable, even layers. Chill the assembled cake briefly to firm the frosting before decorating. Use a piping bag for neater frosting between layers. If using ganache, let it cool slightly so it drizzles but doesn’t run off completely. Store covered in the refrigerator if not serving within a day to keep frosting fresh.