Description

Indulge in the rich flavors of our Chocolate Snickers Cake, a delightful homage to the beloved candy bar. This layered dessert features moist chocolate cake, fluffy peanut butter frosting, and homemade peanut caramel, all topped with a glossy milk chocolate ganache. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or a sweet treat at home, this cake is sure to impress. With easy-to-follow instructions and quality ingredients, even novice bakers can create a stunning centerpiece that will leave everyone craving more.

Ingredients

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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp fine salt
1 1/4 cups warm water
1 1/4 cups buttermilk, room temperature
2/3 cup vegetable or canola oil
3 large eggs, room temperature
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, room temperature
1/2 tsp fine salt
3/4 cup salted peanuts, chopped
1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp fine salt
7 cups powdered sugar
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream, room temperature
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream, room temperature
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
8 Mini Snickers bars
1/2 cup salted peanuts, chopped for the base of the cake

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare four 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper and non-stick spray.
In a bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk warm water, buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually combine with dry ingredients.
Divide batter among pans and bake for 22-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
For the frosting: Cream butter and sugar until light; add cream gradually and mix in chopped peanuts.
Assemble by layering cakes with frosting in between each layer.
For ganache: Heat cream until boiling; pour over chocolate chips and stir until smooth.
Pour ganache over the assembled cake and top with chopped Mini Snickers bars and peanuts as desired.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 460
Sugar: 40g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 56g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 55mg