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Mounds Cake Recipe

Indulge in this luxurious Mounds Cake, inspired by the classic candy bar. Featuring moist chocolate cake layers, a sweet coconut filling, and a rich chocolate ganache topping, this dessert is a celebration of chocolate and coconut flavors.
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Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Cooling Time:30 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Mounds Cake, Mounds Cake Recipe
Servings: 12

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake:

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

For the Coconut Filling:

  • 1 can 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Ganache:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Prepare Your Tools:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

Mix the Chocolate Cake:

  • Sift flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a large bowl.
  • Combine eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla, then mix into dry ingredients until smooth.
  • Gradually add boiling water, mixing until the batter is well combined.

Bake the Cake:

  • Distribute batter evenly between prepared pans.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow cakes to cool in pans, then transfer to wire racks.

Prepare the Coconut Filling:

  • In a bowl, thoroughly mix condensed milk, coconut, and vanilla.

Make the Chocolate Ganache:

  • Heat cream to just before boiling, then pour over chocolate chips.
  • Let sit for a few minutes before stirring until smooth.

Assemble the Cake:

  • Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the coconut filling on top.
  • Add the second cake layer and pour the ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.

Notes

 
High-Quality Ingredients: Opt for the best quality cocoa and chocolate for enhanced flavor.
Smooth Mixing: Ensure ingredients are well combined for uniform texture.
Complete Cooling: Allow each component to cool thoroughly to ensure stable assembly.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 450
Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 53g
Protein: 5g
Sugar: 35g