Chocolate Bar Cake
Chocolate Bar Cake is a decadent dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with delightful chunks of your favorite chocolate bars. This cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. With its moist texture and chocolatey goodness, it’s sure to be a hit with family and friends!
Why make this recipe?
Making Chocolate Bar Cake is not only easy but also incredibly rewarding. The combination of chocolate cake with real chocolate bar pieces enhances the flavor and adds a fun twist to traditional chocolate cake. Plus, you can customize it with your favorite candy bars, making it a personal favorite. It’s a great way to impress guests or treat yourself to a deliciously sweet indulgence.
How to prepare Chocolate Bar Cake
Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 🥣
- 1 1/2 cups sugar 🍬
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 🍫
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 🥄
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 🔄
- 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 2 large eggs 🥚
- 1 cup whole milk 🥛
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil 🛢️
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 🍦
- 1 cup boiling water 💧
- 1 cup chocolate bar pieces (e.g., Snickers, Milky Way) 🍫🍬
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Add the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until well blended.
- Carefully stir in the boiling water – the batter will be thin, but that’s normal!
- Fold in the chocolate bar pieces.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How to serve Chocolate Bar Cake
Serve the Chocolate Bar Cake as is, or add a layer of frosting for extra sweetness. You can drizzle some melted chocolate over the top and sprinkle more chocolate bar pieces for decoration. Slice it up and enjoy it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat! 🍦
How to store Chocolate Bar Cake
To store your Chocolate Bar Cake, cover it with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. It can be kept at room temperature for up to three days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. If you want to save it for longer, consider freezing it – it will last for about three months in the freezer. Just make sure to wrap it well! ❄️
Tips for preparing Chocolate Bar Cake
- Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Don’t overmix the batter; mix just until combined for a tender cake.
- You can use any candy bars you love, so feel free to experiment!
- Always check the cake’s doneness with a toothpick; baking times may vary.
Variations
- Nutty Chocolate Bar Cake: Add chopped nuts (like walnuts or almonds) to the batter for added crunch.
- Mint Chocolate Bar Cake: Use mint chocolate bars to give your cake a refreshing twist!
- Frosted Chocolate Bar Cake: Top the cake with chocolate frosting or buttercream and sprinkles for a festive touch.
FAQs
1. Can I make these as cupcakes instead?
Yes! You can pour the batter into cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes at the same temperature.
2. What type of chocolate bars work best?
Use any chocolate bars that you enjoy. Snickers, Milky Way, and Reese’s are popular choices.
3. Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can bake the cakes a few days in advance and store them in the refrigerator. Just frost before serving!
Enjoy creating your delicious Chocolate Bar Cake! 🍰✨