Decadent Chocolate Snickers Cake Recipe

This Chocolate Snickers Cake Recipe combines rich chocolate cake layers with creamy caramel and crunchy peanuts, inspired by the beloved candy bar. It’s a delightful dessert that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

The recipe is straightforward and perfect for special occasions or gatherings. You can also pair it with a savory chicken recipe for a complete meal experience.

Indulgent Chocolate Snickers Cake

This cake features layers of moist chocolate cake filled with a luscious Snickers-inspired frosting made from chocolate, caramel, and crushed peanuts. The preparation time is about 1 hour, and it serves 10-12 people.

Ingredients

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
1 cup chopped Snickers bars (about 4 bars)
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup caramel sauce
½ cup crushed peanuts
Chocolate shavings or additional Snickers for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined. Gradually stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth.
Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in caramel sauce and chopped Snickers until well combined.
Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of the Snickers frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
Garnish: Sprinkle crushed peanuts and chocolate shavings on top for decoration.
Serve: Slice and enjoy this indulgent Chocolate Snickers Cake with family and friends.