Imen Dridi Paula Deen Milky Way Cake is a rich, moist cake made from seven Milky Way candy bars and butter, sugar, and buttermilk. it takes 85 minutes, and serves 12.
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💗 The Benefits Of Trying This Delicious Milky Way Cake Recipe:
- Decadent Indulgence: Seven Milky Way bars enrich layers for an irresistible, chocolate-infused taste.
- Buttery Perfection: With softened butter and buttermilk, each bite offers moist, rich delight.
- Bittersweet Bliss: Bittersweet chocolate chip frosting creates a lusciously sweet contrast.
- Effortless Elegance: Achieve this heavenly treat in 2 hours, serving up to 12 guests.
❓ What Is Paula Deen Milky Way Cake Recipe?
The Paula Deen Milky Way Cake is a decadent dessert crafted with layers of chocolate-infused goodness. Made from 7 Milky Way candy bars, this cake boasts a rich, moist texture from butter, sugar, and buttermilk.
🍫 Paula Deen Milky Way Cake Ingredients
Cake Layers:
- 7 (1.84-oz.) Milky Way candy bars
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened, divided
- 2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Frosting:
- 10 oz. bittersweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 1 (16-oz.) package powdered sugar
- 1 cup chocolate malt drink mix (such as Ovaltine)
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 3 to 4 Tbsp. heavy whipping cream
Garnish:
- 2 (1.84-oz.) Milky Way candy bars, sliced
🎂 Instructions For Paula Deen Milky Way Cake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare 3 round cake pans by greasing them with shortening and flouring them.
- Melt the candy bars by combining them with butter in a saucepan over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Then, let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Make the cake batter by beating sugar and butter until fluffy, then adding eggs one at a time. Mix together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add the flour mixture and buttermilk to the batter, alternating between the two. Then add the melted candy mixture and vanilla. Divide the batter among the prepared pans.
- Bake the cake layers in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let them cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then remove them from the pans and let them cool completely for about 30 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate for the frosting in the microwave for about 1 minute, then let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Make the frosting by beating butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Add malt drink mix, vanilla, and salt, then add the melted chocolate. Finally, add cream until the frosting reaches the desired consistency.
- Frost the cake by spreading the frosting between the layers and on top and sides of the cake. Garnish with candy bars as desired.
💭 Recipe Tips
- Ensure candy bars are at room temp for easy incorporation.
- Use unsalted butter to control the cake’s overall saltiness.
- Don’t overmix batter; it could result in a tough cake.
- Adjust frosting thickness by adding or reducing whipping cream.
- Avoid overheating the frosting; it might become too runny.
🍨 What To Serve With Milky Way Cake?
Pair Milky Way Cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a delightful contrast in temperatures and textures.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Milky Way Cake?
- In The Fridge. To store the Leftovers Milky Way Cake, keep it covered at room temperature for up to three days.
- In The Freezer. For freezing Leftovers Milky Way Cake wrap individual slices or the whole cake tightly in plastic wrap and foil freeze for up to three months for optimal taste
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Milky Way Cake?
- In The Microwave: Place a slice of Leftovers Milky Way Cake on a microwave-safe plate and heat for 10-15 seconds on medium.
- In The Oven: Wrap slices of Leftovers Milky Way Cake in foil, warm at 300°F for 10-15 minutes.
FAQs
How Do You Prevent The Cake From Becoming Too Dense Or Dry?
To prevent dense or dry texture, avoid overmixing the batter fold ingredients gently until just combined for a moist cake.
How Long Should You Let The Cake Layers Cool Before Frosting?
Cool cake layers for at least 30 minutes on a wire rack before applying frosting for best results.
Can You Add Nuts Or Other Mix-ins To The Cake Batter?
Yes, add chopped nuts or mix-ins to the batter, ensuring they’re evenly distributed for added flavor and texture.
How Can You Ensure The Cake Doesn’t Stick To The Pans When Baking?
Grease and flour cake pans generously or use parchment paper to prevent sticking before pouring in the batter.
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Paula Deen Milky Way Cake Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Total Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 55g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 40g
- Protein: 4g
Paula Deen Milky Way Cake
Description
Paula Deen Milky Way Cake is a rich, moist cake made from seven Milky Way candy bars and butter, sugar, and buttermilk. it takes 85 minutes, and serves 12.
Ingredients
Cake Layers:
Frosting:
Garnish:
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare 3 round cake pans by greasing them with shortening and flouring them.
- Melt the candy bars by combining them with butter in a saucepan over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Then, let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Make the cake batter by beating sugar and butter until fluffy, then adding eggs one at a time. Mix together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add the flour mixture and buttermilk to the batter, alternating between the two. Then add the melted candy mixture and vanilla. Divide the batter among the prepared pans.
- Bake the cake layers in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let them cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then remove them from the pans and let them cool completely for about 30 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate for the frosting in the microwave for about 1 minute, then let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Make the frosting by beating butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Add malt drink mix, vanilla, and salt, then add the melted chocolate. Finally, add cream until the frosting reaches the desired consistency.
- Frost the cake by spreading the frosting between the layers and on top and sides of the cake. Garnish with candy bars as desired.
Notes
- Ensure candy bars are at room temp for easy incorporation.
Use unsalted butter to control the cake’s overall saltiness.
Don’t overmix batter; it could result in a tough cake.
Adjust frosting thickness by adding or reducing whipping cream.
Paula Deen Milky Way Cake
