Mars Bar Mud Cake
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream with this decadent Mars Bar Mud Cake! Combining the rich flavors of dark chocolate and the caramel-nougat magic of Mars Bars, this dessert takes comfort baking to a new level. Moist, dense, and irresistibly indulgent, the cake is speckled with gooey chunks of melted Mars Bars for an added layer of sweetness in every bite. Topped with a silky Mars Bar ganache that cascades down its sides, this show-stopping treat is perfect for celebrations or satisfying your most intense chocolate cravings. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a mouthwatering payoff, this crowd-pleasing dessert will quickly become a favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams dark chocolate
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup white sugar
- 1.5 cups plain flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 large eggs
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 4 bars Mars Bars
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake tin with parchment paper.
In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and dark chocolate together, stirring frequently, until smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
Chop 3 of the Mars Bars into small pieces and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, white sugar, flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder until well combined.
In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs and then mix in the milk. Gradually fold the egg mixture into the dry ingredients.
Pour the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the batter and gently fold until smooth. Be careful not to overmix.
Stir in the chopped Mars Bars, ensuring they are evenly distributed through the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the middle comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cake is cooling, make the ganache. Chop the remaining Mars Bar into small pieces.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chopped Mars Bar. Stir until melted and smooth.
Pour the ganache over the cooled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides for a rustic effect.
Optional: Garnish with extra chopped Mars Bars or a dusting of cocoa powder. Slice and serve!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 341.2 g | 437% | |
| Saturated Fat | 193.5 g | 968% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1268 mg | 423% | |
| Sodium | 887 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 523.5 g | 190% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 349.5 g | ||
| Protein | 62.2 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 656 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 37.4 mg | 208% | |
| Potassium | 2506 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
