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Chocolate Snickers Cake

Chocolate Snickers Cake: Indulge in Layers of Bliss

Experience the luxurious flavors of Chocolate Snickers Cake with rich chocolate, fluffy peanut butter frosting, and homemade caramel.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Use brown sugar for a richer flavor.
  • 0.75 cups Cocoa Powder Ensure it is unsweetened.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Salt Kosher salt can be used if preferred.
  • 1 cup Warm Water
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with milk mixed with lemon juice if needed.
  • 0.5 cups Vegetable/Canola Oil Coconut oil is a great substitute.
  • 3 large Eggs A flax egg works for a vegan version.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Vanilla bean paste is a fantastic alternative.
For the Peanut Caramel
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Salted butter can be used for a flavor boost.
  • 0.5 cups Heavy Whipping Cream Milk can lighten it up if desired.
  • 1 cup Salted Peanuts Chopped pecans or almonds are perfect substitutes.
For the Peanut Butter Buttercream
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Sifted sugar ensures a smooth texture.
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Creamy or crunchy varieties can be used.
For the Chocolate Ganache
  • 2 cups Milk Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate can enhance flavor if preferred.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Can use milk for a lighter version.
Decorations
  • 4 pieces Mini Snickers Bars Entirely optional for decoration.

Equipment

  • 8-inch cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), line four 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper, and lightly spray them with cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and fine salt. Whisk thoroughly.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together warm water, buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans and bake for 22-25 minutes.
  6. Let the cake layers cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
  7. In a saucepan over medium heat, cook granulated sugar until it melts and turns amber. Add unsalted butter, heavy cream, and salt, mixing until smooth.
  8. In a mixing bowl, beat together unsalted butter and peanut butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and a splash of heavy cream until spreadable.
  9. Begin layering your cooled cake, spreading peanut butter frosting and drizzling peanut caramel between layers.
  10. In a small saucepan, heat heavy whipping cream until simmering. Remove from heat, add chocolate chips, and stir until melted.
  11. Drizzle remaining peanut caramel around the edges, pour ganache over the top, and decorate with salted peanuts and mini Snickers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 39gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Accurate measurements using a scale will yield the best results.

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