Amaretto Almond Joy Cake Recipe
Indulge your cravings with our Amaretto Almond Joy Cake recipe. It's a delightful replica of the popular candy bar, featuring layers of chocolate cake infused with almond extract, a sticky coconut filling, and a luscious chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 can (12 ounce) evaporated milk divided
- 1 cup sugar divided
- 3+1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1+1/2 cups semi-sweet mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup almonds slivered, divided
Instructions
- Make the cake as per the package instructions.
- Cool the pan on a wire rack while you get the other layers ready.
- In a small saucepan, blend together 6 ounces of evaporated milk and 1/2 cup of sugar for a creamy mixture.
- Begin boiling, then promptly remove from heat.
- Stir until marshmallows are completely melted.
- Blend well after adding the coconut.
- Evenly spread the mixture over the cake, covering the outer edges.
- In a separate small saucepan, blend together the remaining evaporated milk, sugar, and butter for a smooth mixture.
- Start boiling, then promptly take it off the heat.
- Effortlessly incorporate chocolate chips until they smoothly melt.
- Blend the vanilla and most of the almonds thoroughly into the chocolate mix.
- Ensure an even distribution of the chocolate almond mix across the cake.
- Enhance with the remaining almond pieces for added flavor and texture.
- Ensure it's fully cooled down before serving.