Tastes Like Mounds Bar Kahlua Cake

Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of the 'Tastes Like Mounds Bar Kahlúa Cake,' a dessert that perfectly captures the essence of your favorite candy bar with a boozy twist. This moist chocolate cake is infused with the luxurious flavor of Kahlúa, layered with a sweet and chewy coconut topping reminiscent of a Mounds bar, and crowned with a silky ganache made from melted semi-sweet chocolate and cream. It’s the perfect balance of chocolate and coconut bliss, making it an irresistible treat for any gathering. Quick to prepare and designed to impress, this 9x13-inch masterpiece serves 12 and is ideal for chocoholics who adore the nostalgic pairing of coconut and chocolate. Whether it’s for a birthday, holiday, or simple weeknight indulgence, this Mounds-inspired Kahlúa cake is guaranteed to be the star of the dessert table.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 0.33 cup Kahlúa
• 1.5 cups Sweetened shredded coconut
• 14 ounces Sweetened condensed milk
• 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup Whipping cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix with an electric mixer on medium speed until the batter is smooth and combined.

Step 4

Carefully stir in the boiling water and Kahlúa until the batter is thin but smooth. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 6

While the cake is baking, prepare the coconut topping: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk. Stir constantly until the mixture is warm and bubbly, then remove from heat.

Step 7

Once the cake is baked and slightly cooled, spread the warm coconut mixture evenly over the top of the cake.

Step 8

To make the ganache, place the chocolate chips in a heat-proof bowl. Heat the whipping cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer but not boil.

Step 9

Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for 1-2 minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy.

Step 10

Pour the chocolate ganache over the coconut topping, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 11

Allow the cake to cool completely, letting the ganache set before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2635.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8153.3

Total Fat 368.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 181.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.0g
Cholesterol 773.8mg	0%
Sodium 6200.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1210.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 96.8g	0%
Total Sugars 845.1g
Protein 133.8g	0%

Vitamin D 240.6IU	0%
Calcium 1729.9mg	0%
Iron 49.8mg	0%
Potassium 5109.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.1%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 55.7%