Better Than A Candy Bar Cake Recipe

Craving a decadent, candy bar-like dessert but short on time? This unbelievably easy cake starts with a simple cake mix, transforming into a gooey, rich treat in under an hour! Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the fuss of a from-scratch recipe. Get ready to enjoy a taste of pure indulgence!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 381.8 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Better Than A Candy Bar Cake

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Ingredients for Better Than A Candy Bar Cake

How to Make Better Than A Candy Bar Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) of your favorite chocolate cake mix and 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter. Mix with a fork until crumbly.
  3. Pat the crumbly mixture evenly into the prepared 9x13 inch baking pan.
  4. **Layer the following ingredients directly onto the crumbly base in this order:**
  5. 4a. 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  6. 4b. 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  7. 4c. 1 cup butterscotch chips
  8. 4d. 1 cup peanut butter chips
  9. 4e. 1 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  11. Let cool completely before cutting and serving. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

132g

Fat

59g

Carbs

14g