Milky Way Cake

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Advanced
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A rich, chocolatey bundt cake loaded with melted candy bars and topped with a creamy marshmallow glaze
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This indulgent Milky Way Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert for chocolate lovers. The batter is infused with melted Milky Way bars, creating a dense, moist crumb with notes of caramel and chocolate. Topped with a homemade marshmallow buttercream icing, it offers a perfect balance of sweetness and texture. Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or simply when you need a serious treat, this cake brings a nostalgic, homemade feel to any gathering. It’s easy to assemble using pantry staples and candy bars, making it a crowd-pleaser that feels special without being overly complicated. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best experience.

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Milky Way Cake

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12 Calories: 1144.1

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This indulgent Milky Way Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert for chocolate lovers. The batter is infused with melted Milky Way bars, creating a dense, moist crumb with notes of caramel and chocolate. Topped with a homemade marshmallow buttercream icing, it offers a perfect balance of sweetness and texture. Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or simply when you need a serious treat, this cake brings a nostalgic, homemade feel to any gathering. It&# 226;ÂÂs easy to assemble using pantry staples and candy bars, making it a crowd-pleaser that feels special without being overly complicated. Serve warm or at room temperature for the best experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325ðF (163ðC). Grease and flour a bundt or angel food cake pan.
  2. Melt 9 Milky Way bars with 1/2 cup of butter in a microwave or double boiler; set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the remaining 1/2 cup of softened butter with 2 cups of sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 4 eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1 cup of chopped nuts (if using).
  6. Add 1 1/4 cups of buttermilk to the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
  7. Fold the melted Milky Way mixture into the batter, then fold in the flour mixture until no dry streaks remain.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. While the cake bakes, prepare the icing: In a heavy saucepan, combine 2 1/2 cups of sugar and 1/2 cup of evaporated milk.
  10. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches the soft-ball stage (235ðF (113ðC) on a candy thermometer).
  11. Remove from heat and immediately add 1 cup of marshmallow cream, 6 oz of butter, and 1 cup of chocolate chips.
  12. Stir vigorously until all ingredients are melted and smooth.
  13. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack.
  14. Pour the warm icing over the cake while it is still slightly warm, allowing it to drip down the sides.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1144.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 61.9g96%
Saturated Fat 35.5g178%
Cholesterol 506.5mg169%
Sodium 601.0mg26%
Total Carbohydrate 132.4g45%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 132.4g
Protein 21.2g43%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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