Claim Jumper Motherlode Cake Recipe
The Claim Jumper Motherlode Cake Recipe is a true dessert legend. It is big, rich and full of deep chocolate flavor. This cake has six layers, thick frosting and a bold look.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1 cup hot water
Chocolate Frosting
- 1 cup butter
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 6 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
Prepare the pans
- Grease two cake pans and line with paper. This helps remove the cake easily without breaking the soft layers.
Mix dry ingredients
- Add flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a bowl. Mix well until smooth and fully combined.
Add wet ingredients
- Add milk, eggs, oil and vanilla to the dry mix. Stir with a mixer until the batter looks smooth and creamy.
Add hot water
- Pour hot water slowly into the bowl. Mix well until the batter becomes thin. This makes the cake moist and soft.
Bake the cake
- Pour the batter into the pans. Bake for 30 minutes at 350°F. Check with a toothpick for doneness.
Cool the cakes
- Place the pans on a rack. Let the cakes cool fully before slicing them into layers for stacking.
Make the frosting
- Mix butter and cocoa. Add sugar, milk, and vanilla. Beat until the frosting becomes thick, smooth, and creamy.
Slice the layers
- Cut each cake into three layers. This gives you six layers, just like the classic Motherlode Cake.
Frost the layers
- Add frosting between each cake layer. Spread evenly to keep the cake tall and stable while stacking.
Frost the outside
- Cover the whole cake with more frosting. Smooth the sides and top for a clean and beautiful finish.
Notes
- Use hot water for the batter. It gives a moist and fluffy cake texture.
- Chill the cake before slicing. It helps get even layers.
- Spread a thin frosting layer first to trap crumbs. Then frost again for a smooth look.
- Use good-quality cocoa powder for rich chocolate flavor.
- Store leftover cake in the fridge for the best texture.