Decadent Snickers-Inspired Cake Recipe
This Decadent Snickers-Inspired Cake is a luscious layered dessert that beautifully combines classic Snickers flavors into a moist chocolate cake. Featuring layers of rich chocolate cake, gooey caramel, creamy peanut butter frosting, and crunchy peanuts, this indulgent treat is perfect for any special occasion or when you’re craving a candy bar in cake form.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients needed as per box instructions, typically eggs, oil, and water)
Filling and Toppings
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup chopped roasted peanuts
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Preheat your oven according to the chocolate cake mix instructions. Prepare the cake batter by mixing the cake mix with eggs, oil, and water as directed on the package. Pour the batter evenly into greased and floured cake pans and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool completely.
- Layer the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of creamy peanut butter evenly over the cake. Drizzle caramel sauce on top of the peanut butter layer, then sprinkle chopped roasted peanuts evenly over the caramel for crunch.
- Add Chocolate Layer: Sprinkle or drizzle melted semi-sweet chocolate over the peanut and caramel layer to add richness and a smooth finish.
- Repeat Layers: Place the second cake layer on top and repeat the layering with peanut butter, caramel, peanuts, and chocolate as desired, depending on how many layers your cake has.
- Chill and Set: Once assembled, refrigerate the cake for at least an hour to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Cut into slices and serve chilled or at room temperature for a decadent dessert experience reminiscent of a classic Snickers bar in cake form.
Notes
- You can use homemade caramel sauce or store-bought for convenience.
- For a smoother peanut butter layer, warm the peanut butter slightly before spreading.
- Roasted salted peanuts add a nice contrast, but unsalted can be used for a less salty version.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before layering to prevent melting the caramel or peanut butter.
- Store leftover cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: Snickers cake, chocolate caramel peanut butter cake, layered dessert, candy inspired cake, chocolate cake with peanuts, caramel peanut butter dessert
