Salted Caramel Popcorn Mud Cakes

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 16
Indulge in the rich and decadent Salted Caramel Popcorn Mud Cakes
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

150 g dark chocolate , finely chopped
100 g butter , chopped
1/2 cup hot water
1 cup caster sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup plain flour
1/4 cup self-raising flour
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 egg
453 g better crocker chocolate frosting
175 g caramel coated popcorn ( LollyGobble Bliss Bombs )
1/3 cup salted peanuts , coarsely chopped
500 g jersey caramels
1/3 cup thickened cream
melted chocolate , to decorate

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
614
Sugar
55g
Fat
28g
Salted Caramel Popcorn Mud Cakes are a rich and decadent dessert that combines rich chocolate, salted caramel, and crunchy popcorn. These mud cakes are perfect for treating yourself to an indulgent dessert or for impressing guests at a dinner party. While they are time-consuming to make and require several ingredients, the end result is well worth the effort. These mud cakes are especially delicious when paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 160 degrees Celsius and grease a 12-hole muffin tin.
2.In a saucepan, melt the chocolate and butter together over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and add the hot water. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
3.In a separate bowl, mix together the caster sugar and vanilla extract. Stir in the chocolate mixture until well combined.
4.Sift in the plain flour, self-raising flour, and cocoa powder. Add the egg and mix until the batter is smooth.
5.Divide the batter evenly among the muffin holes. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center of one of the cakes comes out clean.
6.Meanwhile, mix together the chocolate frosting and caramel popcorn. Spread the mixture over the tops of the cooled cakes and sprinkle with chopped peanuts.
7.In a small saucepan, melt together the jersey caramels and cream over low heat. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the cakes.
8.Decorate with melted chocolate.
9.Enjoy!

PROS

The combination of rich chocolate, salted caramel, and crunchy popcorn creates a delicious and decadent dessert.
These mud cakes are perfect for a special occasion or for treating yourself to a little indulgence.

CONS

These cakes are high in calories and sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
They are also time-consuming to make and require several ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert may not be the healthiest option, it contains some beneficial ingredients. Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants and has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease. Peanuts may also help to lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.

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