Bucket Of M M's Kit Kat Cake Recipe

Wow your kids with this adorable and surprisingly easy Bucket of M&M's Kit Kat Cake! This fun, festive cake is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion. It's quicker than you think to make and guaranteed to impress – even the pickiest eaters will love it!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 651.1 kcal

Protein 9g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bucket Of M M's Kit Kat Cake

Cake Mix
2 cups chocolate frosting (store-bought or homemade)
1 standard package (1.5 ounces) Kit Kat bars
Candies

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How to Make Bucket Of M M's Kit Kat Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
Once cooled, frost the cake with your favorite chocolate frosting.
Arrange Kit Kat bars around the edges of the cake to create the “bucket” sides.
Fill the center of the cake with M&M's candies.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

329g

Fat

55g

Carbs

33g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion 5 Ingredients Or Less Desserts Easy Dinner Party Kid Friendly Cakes Chocolate Dietary Birthday

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Bucket Of M M's Kit Kat Cake?

Bucket Of M M's Kit Kat Cake takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Bucket Of M M's Kit Kat Cake?

Bucket Of M M's Kit Kat Cake has approximately 651.1 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 33 g carbohydrates and 41 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Bucket Of M M's Kit Kat Cake?

The key ingredients for Bucket Of M M's Kit Kat Cake are Cake Mix, Chocolate Frosting, Kit Kat Bars, Candies. See the full list with measurements above.