It S Pay Day Cake Recipe

Name: It S Pay Day Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 27 min
Total time: 42 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 (15.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix; 1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 sticks) softened unsalted margarine; 2 large eggs; 1 cup miniature marshmallows; 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal; 1 cup light corn syrup; 1 cup butterscotch chips; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup salted peanuts

This decadent It's Payday Cake recipe, a beloved church potluck favorite, is sure to be a hit at your next gathering! Inspired by the classic candy bar, this easy-to-make cake combines a moist cake base with a gooey butterscotch topping studded with crispy rice cereal and peanuts. Get ready for a taste of pure indulgence! Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any day you need a sweet treat.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 27 mins

Calories 1018.5 kcal

Protein 30g

Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for It S Pay Day Cake

1 (15.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 sticks) softened unsalted margarine
2 large eggs
1 cup miniature marshmallows
3 cups Rice Krispies cereal
1 cup light corn syrup
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup salted peanuts

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How to Make It S Pay Day Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a medium bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix, 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted margarine, and 2 large eggs. Mix until just combined. The batter will be stiff.
Press the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from oven and immediately top with 1 cup mini marshmallows.
In a large, heavy saucepan, combine 1 cup light corn syrup (Karo), 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted margarine, 1 cup butterscotch chips, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the margarine and butterscotch chips are melted and smooth.
Remove from heat and stir in 3 cups Rice Krispies cereal and 1 cup salted peanuts.
Pour the butterscotch mixture evenly over the hot marshmallow-topped cake.
Let cool completely before cutting into squares.