This Snickers Cake is rich, gooey, and loaded with everything you love about the candy bar. We’re talking chocolate cake soaked in caramel and sweetened condensed milk, topped with whipped cream, chopped Snickers bars, roasted peanuts, and more caramel drizzle. It’s easy to make and even easier to eat. No special tools, no complicated steps, just big flavor and lots of texture in every bite.

Snickers Cake

This is a crowd-pleaser that hits the sweet tooth hard. It’s the perfect dessert to bring to potlucks, birthdays, or game day gatherings. You can make it ahead, and it tastes even better the next day after all the flavors soak in.

You start with a simple box cake, then turn it into something incredible with a few quick additions. The whipped cream topping keeps it light enough to balance out all the rich fillings.

You’ll want to stash a piece for yourself before serving, because it disappears fast. If you’re looking for an easy dessert that brings the wow, this is the one.

Major credit for this goes to my amazing sister-in-law, Jen. I had a piece of this cake at her house, and immediately was all,  “Ahhh…perfect timing! This is awesome. Can I pleeeeaasssse have the recipe?”

Why You’ll Love This Dish

• No Fancy Tools Needed – Just bake, poke, pour, and chill.
• Tastes Like The Candy Bar – Chocolate, caramel, peanuts, and whipped cream all in one bite.
• Quick And Easy – Starts with a boxed cake mix and simple toppings.
• Perfect For Parties – Big 10×13 size feeds a crowd.
• Make Ahead Friendly – Gets better as it sits and soaks.

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Recipe Shopping List

Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here's the list of items you'll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Chocolate Cake – Box mix or homemade works. Make sure it’s baked and slightly cooled.
• Sweetened Condensed Milk – Thick and sweet, helps soak and sweeten the cake.
• Caramel Sauce – Mixed with condensed milk and drizzled on top for double the impact.
• Heavy Whipping Cream – Whips into a fluffy topping that balances the richness.
• Sugar – Sweetens the whipped cream just enough.
• Pure Vanilla Extract – Adds a hint of flavor to the topping.
• Snickers Bars – Chopped and scattered for crunch and candy flavor.
• Dry Roasted Peanuts – Extra texture and salty contrast.
• Caramel Sauce (For Drizzling) – A final touch that brings it all together.

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How To Make This Recipe

This is just the overview so you can see what you're actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you'll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

1. Bake The Cake – Use a 10×13 chocolate cake. Bake according to package directions. Cool for 10 minutes.
2. Poke And Soak – Poke holes all over the cake with a fork or wooden spoon handle. Mix caramel and sweetened condensed milk. Pour evenly over the cake.
3. Chill It – Refrigerate the soaked cake for 1 hour.
4. Make The Topping – Whip cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread over chilled cake.
5. Top And Serve – Sprinkle chopped Snickers and peanuts on top. Drizzle with caramel. Chill until 30 minutes before serving.

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