Description

Indulge in our Chocolate Snickers Cake, a decadent dessert that brings the classic flavors of your favorite candy bar right to your table! This layered delight features moist chocolate cake filled with creamy peanut butter frosting and topped with a luscious chocolate ganache. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply satisfying your sweet cravings, each slice is a nostalgic treat that promises to impress everyone. The impressive presentation and customizable options make it a delightful addition to any occasion. With easy-to-follow instructions, even novice bakers can create this showstopper without stress.

Ingredients

Scale

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 or vanilla bean paste
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 or vanilla bean paste
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

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line four 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
In a bowl, sift together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, mix warm water, buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly among prepared pans and bake for 22-25 minutes.
Cool the cakes in their pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
Level each layer if necessary and assemble with peanut butter frosting between layers and ganache on top.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 45g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Experiment with toppings like chopped peanuts or caramel drizzle for added flair.