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Ingredients
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Cake and Toppings
Method
Baking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Oven and Pans
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and chocolate malt powder.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
Bake the Cake
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cakes
Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- 7
Assemble the Cake
Once cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of caramel sauce on top, then sprinkle with crushed pretzels and pieces of peanut brittle. Place the second layer on top and repeat the process.
- 8
Serve
Drizzle additional caramel sauce over the top, sprinkle with more crushed pretzels and peanut brittle, and serve.