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Snickers Dream Cake

Snickers Dream Cake

Indulge in the Ultimate Snickers Dream Cake! Layers of moist chocolate cake, creamy nougat, gooey caramel, crunchy peanuts, and silky ganache.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 13
Calories 750 kcal

Equipment

  • Three 8-inch round cake pans

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup hot coffee

Nougat Filling:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3½ cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup marshmallow fluff

Caramel Layer:

  • 1 cup caramel sauce homemade or high-quality store-bought

Peanut Element:

  • 1½ cups roasted salted peanuts

Chocolate Ganache:

  • 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate finely chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Decoration:

  • 2-3 full-sized Snickers bars chopped

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Chocolate Cake Layers: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch cake pans. Sift dry ingredients together. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla. Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry, then add hot coffee. Divide batter evenly among pans and bake for 22-25 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Make Nougat Filling: Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then marshmallow fluff. Beat until light and fluffy.
  • Assemble Cake: Place first cake layer on a serving plate. Pipe a frosting dam around the edge, fill with caramel, and sprinkle peanuts. Repeat with second layer. Top with final cake layer. Apply a thin crumb coat of frosting and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Prepare Ganache: Heat cream until simmering, pour over chopped chocolate, and let sit for 2 minutes. Whisk until smooth. Cool to pouring consistency.
  • Finish Cake: Pour ganache over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Decorate with chopped Snickers bars and additional caramel drizzle.

Notes

  • For a cheesecake twist, add a layer of cheesecake between the cake layers.
  • Use salted caramel for a sweet-salty balance.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 750kcalCarbohydrates: 90gProtein: 10gFat: 40g
Keyword Baking Recipe, Chocolate Caramel Cake, Decadent Dessert, Homemade Snickers Cake, Snickers Dream Cake
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