A Mounds cake, inspired by the classic Mounds candy bar, would typically include a rich chocolate cake base with a sweet coconut filling and a chocolate coating. Here’s a recipe idea for a Mounds Cake:
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake:
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot coffee or hot water
For the Coconut Filling:
- 4 cups shredded coconut
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
For the Chocolate Coating:
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup heavy cream
Instructions
Making the Cake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
- Mix the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, salt) in a large bowl.
- Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla to flour mixture and mix together on medium speed until well combined.
- Stir in hot coffee by hand. The batter will be thin.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
Preparing the Coconut Filling:
- Combine shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk in a bowl until well mixed.
Assembling the Cake:
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
- Spread the coconut filling evenly over the cake layer.
- Top with the second cake layer.
For the Chocolate Coating:
- Heat heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to boil.
- Pour over chocolate chips in a bowl and let sit for 5 minutes, then whisk until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate ganache over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Let the cake set for a bit before serving. Enjoy your homemade Mounds Cake!