Delve into the world of sweet temptations with our Heavenly Indulgence Snicker-Style Chocolate Cake. This luxurious dessert features a moist and rich chocolate sponge, layered with smooth chocolate ganache, crunchy peanuts, and a velvety caramel sauce. It’s a perfect blend of textures and flavors that dance in harmony, offering a gourmet experience in every bite.
Why You’ll Love This: This cake is a dream come true for anyone with a sweet tooth. The combination of the bitter-sweet chocolate ganache with the rich, buttery caramel and the salty crunch of peanuts creates a symphony of flavors. It’s not just a cake; it’s an adventure of tastes and textures that will leave you craving for more.
Perfect Occasion: This cake is ideal for celebratory occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, or as a special treat for gatherings. It’s also a fantastic choice for dessert lovers looking to impress at potlucks or dinner parties.
Decoration Tips:
- Garnish the top with a drizzle of caramel and chocolate sauce for a stunning look.
- Sprinkle crushed peanuts around the edges for an extra crunch.
- Decorate with chocolate shavings or curls for a sophisticated touch.
Ingredients for a 20cm Chocolate Sponge:
- 150 g All-Purpose Flour
- 50 g Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 200 g Softened Butter
- 200 g Sugar
- 200 g Eggs (approximately 4)
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 400 g Bitter Chocolate
- 200 ml Cream
For the Caramel Sauce:
- 300 g Sugar
- 150 ml Cream
- 50 g Cold Butter, cubed
Additional:
- Peanuts for layering
Instructions:
- Chocolate Sponge: Cream butter and sugar until pale. Add eggs one at a time. Sift in flour and cocoa. Bake at 170°C until a skewer comes out clean.
- Chocolate Ganache: Boil cream and pour over chocolate. Let sit for 5 minutes, then mix. Chill overnight and whip until light brown and fluffy.
- Caramel Sauce: Melt sugar in a pan until golden. Boil cream separately. Pour cream into caramel, stir, and add cold butter cubes.
Layer the cake with the chocolate sponge, chocolate ganache, peanuts, and caramel sauce. Enjoy the Heavenly Indulgence of this Snicker-Style Chocolate Cake – a true treat for the senses!
