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Alright, let’s talk about this here Mounds Bar Cake. You know, the one that’s supposed to taste like that candy bar? Yeah, that one. I ain’t no fancy baker, mind you. I just like makin’ stuff that tastes good, and this here cake? It’s mighty good.
First off, you gotta get yourself a chocolate cake mix. Don’t go makin’ it from scratch unless you got nothin’ better to do. Them mixes work just fine, and they save you a whole heap of trouble. Just follow the directions on the box, you know, add the eggs and the oil and all that. Nothin’ to it, really. Bake it up till it’s done, stick a toothpick in it, and if it comes out clean, you’re good to go.
Now, the real magic happens with the coconut stuffin’. That’s what makes it a Mounds Bar Cake, ain’t it? You gotta get yourself some sweetened condensed milk, the thick, sticky kind. And a whole bunch of shredded coconut. Them little flakes, you know? Pour that milk into a bowl, dump in the coconut, and stir it all up good. It’ll get real thick and gooey, kinda like cement but way tastier.
Once the cake’s cooled down, you gotta cut it in half. I just use a big ol’ knife, nothin’ fancy. Spread that coconut stuffin’ all over the bottom layer, then put the top layer back on. It’s like a big ol’ coconut sandwich, only better.
Then comes the chocolate frostin’. You can buy that stuff in a can, or you can make your own. Me? I usually just buy it. It’s easier that way. Slather that frostin’ all over the cake, cover it up good. Make sure you get the sides too. Nobody wants a cake with naked sides.
And if you’re feelin’ real fancy, you can sprinkle some extra coconut on top. Makes it look pretty, and it gives it a little extra somethin’-somethin’. I like to put it in the fridge for a while before I serve it. Makes it nice and cold, and the frostin’ sets up good.
- Cake: Chocolate cake mix, eggs, oil. Bake it according to the box. Easy peasy.
- Filling: Sweetened condensed milk and shredded coconut. Mix it till it’s thick. Real thick.
- Frosting: Store-bought chocolate frosting or homemade, if you’re feelin’ ambitious. Smear it on good.
- Extra: Sprinkle some coconut on top for show. Chill it before serving.
Now, some folks like to add all sorts of other stuff to their Mounds Bar Cake. I’ve seen some that put chocolate chips in the batter, or nuts in the fillin’. You can do whatever you want, I guess. But me? I like to keep it simple. Just chocolate cake, coconut stuffin’, and chocolate frostin’. That’s all you need. It’s sweet and rich and just plain good. Even my picky grandkids love it, and that’s sayin’ somethin’.
This cake ain’t gonna win no beauty contests, that’s for sure. But it’ll sure win you some smiles. It’s the kind of cake you take to a potluck, and everybody asks for the recipe. And you just shrug and say, “Oh, it’s nothin’ special.” But it is special, you know? It’s special because it’s easy to make, and it tastes like somethin’ you got from a fancy bakery, even though it came straight outta your kitchen.
So, if you’re lookin’ for a good dessert to make, somethin’ that’ll please a crowd, give this here Mounds Bar Cake a try. You won’t regret it. It’s a crowd-pleaser for sure. And don’t worry if it ain’t perfect. Nobody’s perfect, not even cakes. Just make it with love, and it’ll taste just fine.
And one last thing: don’t forget to lick the bowl! That’s the best part, ain’t it?
Tags: [Mounds Bar Cake, Coconut Cake, Chocolate Cake, Easy Dessert, Potluck Dessert, Candy Bar Cake, Cake Recipe, Dessert Recipe, Baking]
