Milky Way Cake with Nougat and Caramel Filling
This decadent layered cake features rich chocolate cake, a fluffy nougat filling, and a luscious caramel layer, all topped with a silky chocolate ganache. It's a show-stopping dessert perfect for celebrations, capturing the classic candy bar's flavors in a homemade, shareable form.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 cup marshmallow creme for nougat filling
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened, for nougat filling
- 1 cup powdered sugar for nougat filling
- 1 cup caramel sauce thick, store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup heavy cream for ganache
- 8 oz semisweet chocolate chopped, for ganache
Notes
Storage: Cover and refrigerate for up to 5 days; bring to room temperature before serving. Make-ahead: Bake cake layers and make fillings up to 2 days in advance; assemble the day of serving. Variations: Use a store-bought caramel sauce for convenience, or make homemade for a richer flavor. Substitute almond extract for vanilla for a nutty twist. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or fresh berries for contrast.