Description
Indulgent Snickers poke cake delivers a sensational chocolate experience with caramel and peanut surprises. Layers of rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy peanuts create a delightful dessert that satisfies deep chocolate cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 can (400 g / 14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 4 Snickers bars, chopped
Cream and Sauce Ingredients:
- 200 g (1 cup) caramel sauce
- 100 g (½ cup) chocolate fudge sauce
- 200 g (1 cup) heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping Ingredients:
- 50 g (¼ cup) chopped salted peanuts (optional)
- Additional caramel sauce for drizzling
- Additional chocolate sauce for drizzling
Note: Also include box cake mix additional ingredients (eggs, oil, water) as specified on the box packaging.
Instructions
- Chocolate cake preparation requires precise oven temperature at 180C (350F). Thoroughly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and mix the chocolate cake batter according to package specifications. Bake until a clean toothpick test confirms doneness, approximately 25-30 minutes.
- After removing the cake from the oven, allow a brief 5-minute cooling period. Create multiple perforations across the entire cake surface using a wooden spoon handle or a large drinking straw.
- Carefully distribute sweetened condensed milk throughout the cake, ensuring it penetrates each hole completely. Follow with an even layer of caramel and chocolate fudge sauces, gently spreading to maximize coverage.
- Let the cake reach room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of one hour to solidify the moisture and flavor layers.
- Prepare the whipped cream by combining heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip until stiff peaks form, alternatively using pre-made whipped topping.
- Spread the whipped cream uniformly across the chilled cake surface, creating a smooth, even layer.
- Enhance the cake’s texture and flavor by generously sprinkling chopped Snickers bars and salted peanuts over the whipped cream topping.
- Complete the dessert with elegant drizzles of caramel and chocolate sauces, creating a visually appealing and indulgent final presentation.
Notes
- Select chocolate cake mix carefully for best texture and richness, ensuring a moist base that complements the decadent Snickers toppings.
- Use wooden spoon handle with consistent pressure when poking holes to create even channels for sauces to penetrate deeply into cake layers.
- Chill cake thoroughly before adding toppings to help whipped cream and sauces set properly and maintain structural integrity.
- Consider gluten-free cake mix and alternative candy options for guests with dietary restrictions, making this dessert more inclusive and adaptable.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 42 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg