The Art of Ultimate Chocolate Snickers Layer Cake Perfection

Moist Chocolate Cake Mastery

Master the technique of creating perfectly moist, rich chocolate cake layers with deep flavor.

Peanut Butter Frosting Excellence

Learn the skill of achieving smooth, creamy, spreadable peanut butter frosting with ideal consistency.

Ganache Drip Perfection

Perfect the method of creating beautiful, controlled chocolate drips for professional appearance.

Layer Assembly Strategy

Master the art of building stable, generous layers without sliding or structural failure.

Candy Bar Integration

Learn optimal techniques for incorporating Snickers pieces while maintaining texture and distribution.

Candy Bar Cake Mastery Secrets for Perfect Chocolate Snickers Creation

Coffee Enhancement: Hot coffee intensifies chocolate flavor without adding coffee taste to finished cake.

Room Temperature: Use room temperature ingredients for frosting to achieve smoothest, creamiest texture.

Ganache Consistency: Let ganache cool slightly before pouring for perfect drip that doesn't run too far.

Caramel Thickness: If caramel is too thin, it will soak through layers; slightly warm for best drizzling.

Snickers Chill: Keep chopped Snickers cold until assembly to prevent excessive melting in frosting.

Crumb Coat: Thin first frosting layer traps crumbs for flawless final frosting application.

Decadent Chocolate Snickers Cake with Caramel, Peanuts, and Nougat Layers

Name: Decadent Chocolate Snickers Cake with Caramel, Peanuts, and Nougat Layers
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: For the Chocolate Cake:; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 cups granulated sugar; 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 cup strong brewed coffee, hot; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; For the Peanut Butter Frosting:; 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 cup creamy peanut butter; 4 cups powdered sugar; 1/3 cup heavy cream; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon salt; For the Caramel Layer:; 1 1/2 cups caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade); 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 1/4 teaspoon sea salt; For the Snickers Components:; 8-10 full-size Snickers bars, chopped; 1 cup roasted peanuts, chopped; 1/2 cup mini Snickers bars for garnish; For the Chocolate Ganache Drip:; 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; 1/2 cup heavy cream

The ultimate chocolate Snickers cake featuring rich chocolate layers, creamy peanut butter frosting, gooey caramel drizzle, and chopped Snickers bars creating a show-stopping candy bar-inspired dessert. This indulgent celebration cake combines the beloved flavors of chocolate, caramel, peanuts, and nougat in perfect harmony, creating an unforgettable dessert experience that transforms the classic Snickers bar into an extraordinary layered cake masterpiece perfect for birthdays, special occasions, or any time you crave the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and chocolatey decadence.

Prep Time

30 Minutes

Cook Time

35 Minutes

Total Time

65 Minutes

Chef

JUE

Ingredients

Custard Cream

For the Chocolate Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 cups granulated sugar

3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

2 teaspoons baking soda

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

2 large eggs

1 cup buttermilk

1 cup strong brewed coffee, hot

1/2 cup vegetable oil

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Peanut Butter Frosting:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup creamy peanut butter

4 cups powdered sugar

1/3 cup heavy cream

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Caramel Layer:

1 1/2 cups caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

2 tablespoons heavy cream

1/4 teaspoon sea salt

For the Snickers Components:

8-10 full-size Snickers bars, chopped

1 cup roasted peanuts, chopped

1/2 cup mini Snickers bars for garnish

For the Chocolate Ganache Drip:

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

1/2 cup heavy cream

2 tablespoons butter

For the Nougat Layer:

1 cup marshmallow fluff

1/2 cup peanut butter

For the Assembly:

1/4 cup simple syrup for brushing

Extra caramel for drizzling

For the Gourmet Touches:

Flaky sea salt for topping

Chocolate shavings

Whole peanuts for decoration

Gold leaf (optional)

For Special Equipment:

Three 8-inch round cake pans

Parchment paper circles

Offset spatula

Piping bags

Cake turntable

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment.

Grease and flour cake pans thoroughly to ensure easy release after baking.

Combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in large bowl.

Whisk together eggs, buttermilk, coffee, oil, and vanilla in separate bowl.

Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined and smooth.

Divide batter evenly among three prepared pans, about 2 cups per pan.

Bake for 30-35 minutes until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks completely.

While cakes cool, prepare peanut butter frosting by beating butter until fluffy.

Add peanut butter to butter and beat until smooth and well combined.

Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with heavy cream, until smooth and spreadable.

Mix in vanilla extract and salt, beating until frosting is light and fluffy.

Prepare chocolate ganache by heating cream until just simmering, then pour over chocolate chips.

Let ganache sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy, adding butter.

Mix caramel sauce with heavy cream and sea salt for perfect drizzling consistency.

Combine marshmallow fluff with peanut butter for nougat layer filling.

Level cake layers using serrated knife for even, professional stacking.

Place first cake layer on serving plate and brush with simple syrup for moisture.

Spread thick layer of peanut butter frosting over first cake layer.

Drizzle generous amount of salted caramel over frosting layer.

Sprinkle chopped Snickers bars and peanuts over caramel layer generously.

Add dollops of nougat mixture and spread gently without disturbing caramel.

Place second cake layer on top and repeat frosting, caramel, and candy process.

Top with final cake layer and apply thin crumb coat of frosting to entire cake.

Refrigerate cake for 30 minutes to set crumb coat before final frosting.

Apply thick, smooth layer of peanut butter frosting to top and sides of cake.

Pour chocolate ganache around top edge, allowing it to drip down sides dramatically.

Drizzle additional caramel over ganache for beautiful layered drip effect.

Decorate top of cake with chopped Snickers bars, whole peanuts, and chocolate shavings.

Sprinkle flaky sea salt over top for gourmet finishing touch.

Refrigerate cake for at least 1 hour before serving to set all layers.

Remove from refrigerator 20 minutes before serving for best texture and flavor.

Slice with sharp knife, wiping clean between cuts for neat presentation.

Store leftover cake covered in refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Bring slices to room temperature before serving for optimal flavor experience.

Decadent Chocolate Snickers Cake with Caramel, Peanuts, and Nougat Layers

JUE

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The Art of Ultimate Chocolate Snickers Layer Cake Perfection

Decadent Chocolate Snickers Cake with Caramel, Peanuts, and Nougat Layers

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