Candy Explosion Chocolate Cake

A 'Candy Cake' is a child's dream. A moist cocoa sponge covered in silky ganache and overloaded with candies.
🕒 Prep Time 45 mins
🍳 Cook Time 35 mins
Total Time 2 hrs
🍽️ Servings 12 servings
🔥 Calories 650 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • 9-inch Pan
  • Whisk

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Egg
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Soy

Instructions

1

Preheat 350°F (180°C). Prep pan.

Tip: Basics.
2

Melt half chocolate.

Tip: Cool it.
3

Cream butter/sugar, add eggs and melted chocolate.

Tip: Rich base.
4

Sift dry ingredients, add with milk. Bake 30-35 mins.

Tip: Smooth batter.
5

Make ganache with rest of chocolate and cream.

Tip: Chill to spread.
6

Frost cake.

Tip: Cover well.
7

Top with candies.

Tip: Go wild.

Recipe FAQ

When to add candy?
Before serving.
Freezable?
Cake yes, candy no.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1 1/3 sticks Butter
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 2/3 cup Milk
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 7 oz Dark Chocolate
  • 3/4 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 5 oz Assorted Candies and Gummies