Description
Chocolate Snickers Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert that takes the best elements of a Snickers candy bar and turns them into a decadent cake. With layers of moist chocolate cake, gooey caramel, crunchy peanuts, and smooth chocolate ganache, this dessert is perfect for any special occasion or a sweet treat with loved ones.
Ingredients
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1 box chocolate cake mix (or homemade chocolate cake batter)
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1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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1 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
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1 bag (8 oz) caramel candies (unwrapped)
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
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1 tablespoon butter
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1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Bake the Cake: Prepare the cake batter according to package instructions or your homemade recipe. Bake at 350°F (175°C) until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
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Make the Caramel Filling: In a small saucepan, heat unwrapped caramel candies and heavy cream over medium-low heat, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
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Make the Ganache: Microwave chocolate chips and butter in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Add vanilla extract and salt.
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Assemble the Cake: Layer the first cake on a serving plate. Spread caramel sauce, sprinkle chopped peanuts, and top with the second layer. Repeat with more caramel sauce and peanuts.
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Add the Ganache: Pour ganache over the cake and spread evenly.
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Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set before slicing.
Notes
Cake Mix vs. Homemade: A rich homemade chocolate cake adds depth to this dessert.
Chill the Cake: Chilling helps the ganache firm up and makes it easier to slice.
Peanut Preparation: Chop peanuts to your preferred texture for varying crunch.
Caramel Drizzle: Extra caramel sauce makes a great drizzle topping.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (excluding cake cooling time)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes (depending on cake recipe and size)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking, Layering, Melting, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Snickers Cake, Chocolate Cake, Caramel Cake, Dessert, Indulgent Dessert, Special Occasion Cake, Peanut Cake