Description
This Decadent Mounds Cake is a mouthwatering tribute to the classic Mounds candy bar. Featuring ultra-moist chocolate cake, a thick coconut filling, and a smooth chocolate ganache topping, this dessert is perfect for celebrations, holidays, or any time you’re craving something truly indulgent.
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake Layers:
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
2 cups granulated sugar
1 ½ tsp baking powder
1 ½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
½ cup vegetable oil
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 cup hot coffee or boiling water
For the Coconut Filling:
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Ganache:
8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
Prep the Pans – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch cake pans and line with parchment paper.
Make the Cake Batter – Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl. In another bowl, combine eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla. Mix wet and dry together, then stir in hot coffee.
Bake – Divide batter into pans and bake for 30–35 minutes. Let cool completely.
Make Coconut Filling – In a bowl, combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla. Set aside.
Prepare Ganache – Heat cream to simmering. Pour over chocolate, let sit, then stir in butter until smooth.
Assemble – Place one cake layer on a serving dish. Spread coconut filling over it. Top with second cake layer and pour ganache over the top.
Chill – Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Use high-quality cocoa and chocolate for best flavor.
Let cakes cool completely before adding filling or ganache.
For extra moisture, brush cake layers with coconut milk.
Toasted coconut makes a great topping.
Make it ahead of time—it tastes even better the next day!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes