Mmmmmmmmilky Way Cake
Indulge your sweet tooth with this decadent Mmmmmmmmilky Way Cake, a dessert that truly lives up to its name! Combining melted Milky Way candy bars with rich buttermilk and creamy vanilla, this cake is a dreamy fusion of chocolate, caramel, and nougat flavors baked into every bite. The recipe is surprisingly simple, featuring a moist, tender crumb and just the right balance of sweetness, making it perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion. Whether you dust it with powdered sugar or drizzle it with caramel for a luxurious finish, this 5-star treat is bound to be a crowd-pleaser! Ready in just over an hour and serving up to 12, this Milky Way Cake is a must-try for lovers of chocolate confections.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 full-sized bars (approximately 1.84 oz each) Milky Way bars
- 1 cup (divided) unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup (for optional garnish) powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan (or two 9-inch round cake pans for a layered cake).
In a small saucepan, melt the Milky Way bars with 1/2 cup of unsalted butter over low heat, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the remaining 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Whisk the flour and baking soda together in a separate bowl. Gradually alternate adding the flour mixture and buttermilk to the batter, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Pour in the melted Milky Way mixture and vanilla extract, and gently fold it into the batter until evenly incorporated.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes (35-40 minutes for round pans), or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan(s) for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving, or top with caramel drizzle for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 172.0 g | 221% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.1 g | 485% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1044 mg | 348% | |
| Sodium | 2219 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 950.7 g | 346% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 686.0 g | ||
| Protein | 71.1 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.2 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 760 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 20.6 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 1546 mg | 33% | |
*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.
