Pay Day Bar Cake Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Payday Bar Cake! A wildly popular twist on a classic, this gooey, crunchy dessert combines a soft cake base with a melt-in-your-mouth peanut butter topping. Get ready for a flavor explosion that's perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or any day you crave a delicious treat. Easy to make and even easier to devour!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 28 mins
Calories 740.7 kcal
Protein 33g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pay Day Bar Cake

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How to Make Pay Day Bar Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 13x9-inch baking pan.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix, 1/3 cup (67g) melted unsalted butter, and 1 large egg. Mix until just combined.
  4. Press the batter evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  5. Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  6. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle evenly with 1 cup (45g) mini marshmallows.
  7. Return to the oven for 1-2 minutes, or until marshmallows are lightly golden and puffed.
  8. While the cake is baking, prepare the topping: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine 1/2 cup (100g) light corn syrup, 1/4 cup (50g) unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup (170g) peanut butter chips. Stir constantly until melted and smooth.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in 3 cups (60g) puffed rice cereal and 1/2 cup (60g) salted peanuts.
  10. Pour the peanut butter mixture evenly over the puffed marshmallows on the cake.
  11. Spread the topping to coat the marshmallows completely.
  12. Let the cake cool completely before cutting and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

173g

Fat

64g

Carbs

26g

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