Ingredients for Mars Bar Cake
- Mars Bars
- Unsalted Butter
- All Purpose Flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 3 large eggs
- Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2-4 tablespoons milk (add more for desired consistency)
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How to Make Mars Bar Cake
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan with a removable bottom.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt ½ cup of the Mars bar pieces, stirring frequently until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer on medium-low speed, then increase to medium speed and beat until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Beat in the vanilla extract and the melted Mars bar mixture until well combined.
- Gradually add one-third of the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Add half of the buttermilk, mix until incorporated.
- Add the remaining dry ingredients, mix until just combined.
- Add the remaining buttermilk and mix until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cake is cooling, prepare the icing: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt ½ cup of Mars bar pieces and ¼ cup butter, stirring frequently until smooth.
- Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously until smooth and creamy. Add more milk if needed to reach desired consistency.
- Once the cake is completely cool, frost it generously with the Mars bar icing, allowing some to drip down the sides.
- Decorate the top with the remaining Mars bar slices.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
92g
Fat
37g
Carbs
12g
