How to make a KitKat Cake

KitKat cake decorated with blue candy balls and a large blue ribbon bow.

How to make a KitKat Cake

Customize this cake to any occasion you need, simply by changing out the candies on the top! This Celebration KitKat Cake is super easy, but so impressive!

Course Cake, Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings

Calories 145kcal

Author Kylee Ayotte

Ingredients

1 9- inch round cake baked and fully cooled
5 packages packages Kit Kat bars
1 cup colored candy M&M’s, Sixlets, mini eggs, etc.
ribbon optional

Instructions

Get prepped. Make sure your cake is completely cooled. If using store-bought frosting, stir it until smooth and spreadable. If your frosting feels soft, chill the cake for 20 minutes after frosting so the Kit Kats adhere better.
If using homemade cake: Spread a thick, even layer of buttercream around the sides and top of the cake. The frosting should be thick enough to act as glue for the candy bars.
Prepare the Kit Kats. Break the bars into individual fingers or pairs, keeping them aligned for easier placement.
Attach the bars. Press the Kit Kat pieces gently but firmly into the frosting around the entire outside of the cake, working your way around until fully covered.
Secure with ribbon. Wrap ribbon around the cake and tie in a bow. This step is optional but helps hold everything snug.
Fill the top. Pour the colored candy into the center of the cake and spread evenly.
Slice and serve. Use a sharp knife and cut between the chocolate bars for cleaner slices.

Notes

Chill the frosted cake for 15 minutes if your frosting feels soft.
Use a thick buttercream, not whipped frosting.
Start placing Kit Kats at the back so the seam hides under the bow.
Cut between the Kit Kats for cleaner slices.
Buy one extra package of Kit Kats just in case.

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