Introduction

Mounds Cake is a luscious tempter that comes from Mound candy bar, which is known for its sumptuous union of sweet coconut and rich chocolate. It features layers of moist chocolate cake, creamy coconut filling, and smooth chocolate ganache making it an ideal dessert option for special occasions or just to indulge yourself whenever you like.

 

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 cups granulated sugar

3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1 cup buttermilk

1/2 cup vegetable oil

2 large eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 cup boiling water.

For the Coconut Filling:

1 cup sweetened condensed milk.

11/12 cups sweetened shredded coconut.

One teaspoon vanilla extract.

For the Chocolate Ganache:

Heated cream (a pint)

Eight ounces of semi-sweet chocolate bars, chopped into pieces.

Two tablespoons butter

 

INSTRUCTIONS

Make a Cake:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Apply grease and sprinkle flour on two 9-inch round cake pans.

In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together.

Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients mixing until it is well blended.

Gradually stir boiling water into batter until smooth.

Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Leave cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes then remove from pans onto wire racks to cool completely.

Prepare Coconut Filling:

Mix sweetened condensed milk with shredded coconut and vanilla extract in medium-sized bowl.

Prepare Chocolate Ganache:

Put heavy cream in small saucepan; heat over medium flame until it begins to simmer.

Place chopped chocolate as well as butter into heatproof bowl. Pour hot cream over chocolate and butter so that it sits for about five minutes

Keep stirring mixture till smooth and glossy. The ganache should be allowed cooling slightly before use.

Assemble the Cake:

To make the cake, follow these steps. First, take one of the layers and put it on a plate for serving. Next, spread coconut cream over it evenly.

Afterwards, put another layer straight above the filling.

Pouring of chocolate ganache should be done over the top of the cake to let it flow down into sides if need be smooth with spatula.

Leave it for some time so that ganache may set before serving.

 

Serving and Storage Tips

Serving: The best in texture and flavor would be Mounds Cake served at room temperature. When it is accompanied with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, it becomes a very delicious dessert.

Storage: Keep the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for about three days or refrigerate until one week elapses. For the best taste, one needs to remove the refrigerated cake from the refrigerator and bring it back to room temperature before serving.

 

Tips for Success

To ensure mixing evenly and smooth batter, all ingredients should be brought together at room temperature first of all.

For good flavor, always make sure that you purchase high quality chocolate along with cocoa powder.

Cool off completely each of the layers of the cake before assembling otherwise this will lead to melting of either coconut filling or ganache.

 

Health Benefits

However, although Mounds Cake is meant for enjoying oneself but there are some nutritional benefits:

Coconut:Rich in nutrients such as fiber , vitamins, minerals offering energy source.

Dark Chocolate:Could have antioxidants that improve heart health when eaten moderately.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories: 450

Protein: 6g

Carbohydrates: 55g

Fat: 25g

Fiber:3g

Sugar:40g

Note:Nutrition values are approximations and can vary depending on brand names used or size of portions.

 

Variations and Substitutions

Dairy-Free: Use non-dairy alternatives to sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and buttermilk.

Gluten-Free: Replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

Almond Joy Cake: Incorporate some pieces of almonds into the coconut filling, to give it an almond joy flavor.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is it possible to have the cake layers before the actual day? A: Yes, you can prepare cake layers in advance and store them in the freezer. Wrap each layer tightly with plastic wrap and foil before putting them into the freezer for up to three months. Thaw them before putting them together.

Q: Can I use another type of chocolate in place of the ganache? A: Absolutely! You can try using either milk chocolate or dark chocolate depending on your preference. Adequately adjust that sweetness for its appearance?

Q: How do I prevent the ganache from becoming too runny? A: Let the ganache cool slightly and thicken up before pouring over the cake. If it is too liquid, let it cool down more until it reaches its preferred thickness.

 

Conclusion

Considering the fact that Mounds Cake is a combination of chocolate and coconut, it is obvious that the dessert is sweet. Moist cake layers accompanied by creamy coconut filling and tough ganache make this cake great for any celebration or just a longing for something sweet. Don’t forget to try different things in order to create your own version of this recipe.