KitKat Cake

This fun and indulgent KitKat Cake is layered with rich chocolate frosting and completely wrapped in KitKat bars, topped with a mountain of M&M’s or your favorite candies. Perfect for birthdays or celebrations!

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings slices

Calories 470 kcal

Equipment

Mixing bowls
Electric mixer
8-Inch Cake Pans
Oven
Spatula

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
3/4 cup boiling water
1 1/2 cups chocolate frosting
10 full-size KitKat bars broken into sticks
1 cup M&M’s or other small candies for topping
1 ribbon decorative ribbon optional, to tie around the cake

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth (it will be thin).
Divide the batter evenly between the two cake pans and bake for 28–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Spread a layer of chocolate frosting on top of one cake layer, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Press the KitKat sticks vertically around the frosted sides of the cake until fully covered.
Pour M&M’s or other candies over the top of the cake.
Optional: Wrap a decorative ribbon around the cake to secure the KitKat bars and add a festive touch.
Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving to help the cake set.

Notes

Storage: Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Customization: Use peanut butter cups, chocolate chips, or crushed cookies instead of M&M’s.
Serving Tip: Slice with a sharp knife warmed in hot water for clean cuts through the KitKats.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 470kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Keyword Birthday Cake, Candy Cake, Chocolate Layer Cake, Easy Party Cake, KitKat Cake