Best 2 Payday Cake Recipes

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Payday cake is a classic Southern cake that is often served at celebrations. It typically has a white or yellow cake base, a gooey caramel filling, and a chocolate ganache frosting. The cake is believed to have originated in the early 1900s, and it quickly became a favorite among both home bakers and professional chefs.

There are many different recipes for payday cake, but they all share a few common ingredients. These include flour, sugar, butter, eggs, milk, and baking powder. The caramel filling is typically made with brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter. The chocolate ganache frosting is made with chocolate and heavy cream.

Payday cake is a delicious and decadent treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

This article features three different recipes for payday cake:

* **Classic Payday Cake:** This recipe is for the traditional payday cake, with a white cake base, a gooey caramel filling, and a chocolate ganache frosting.
* **Chocolate Payday Cake:** This recipe is for a chocolate lover's payday cake. It has a chocolate cake base, a chocolate caramel filling, and a chocolate ganache frosting.
* **Caramel Apple Payday Cake:** This recipe is for a payday cake with a twist. It has a white cake base, a caramel apple filling, and a caramel cream cheese frosting.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and classic Southern cake.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PAYDAY® CAKE BARS



PayDay® Cake Bars image

Cake bars topped with marshmallow, peanuts, and rice cereal are a creative and tasty homemade version of PayDay® bars.

Provided by R. C.

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 31m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
1 (18.25 ounce) package golden butter cake mix
½ cup margarine, melted
1 egg, beaten
2 cups miniature marshmallows
¼ cup margarine
½ cup light corn syrup
1 (10 ounce) package peanut butter chips
2 cups salted peanuts
2 cups crispy rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies®)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix cake mix, 1/2 cup melted margarine, and egg together in a bowl; press into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Top cake with marshmallows and return to oven until marshmallows melt, about 5 minutes.
  • Place 1/4 cup margarine in a large microwave-safe bowl; heat until melted, about 30 seconds. Stir corn syrup into melted margarine until smooth. Add peanut butter chips and heat in microwave until chips are melted, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Stir peanuts and rice cereal into mixture and spread on top of marshmallow layer on cake. Cool completely before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.2 calories, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 424.6 mg, Sugar 24.1 g

PAYDAY CAKE



Payday Cake image

Make and share this Payday Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Darlene Summers

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 12 pieces of cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18 ounce) box yellow cake mix
1/3 cup oleo
1 egg
3 cups mini marshmallows (Use after cake is baked)
2/3 cup corn syrup
1/4 cup oleo
1 (12 ounce) package peanut butter chips
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups Rice Krispies
2 cups salted peanuts

Steps:

  • Mix all but marshmallows together.
  • Bake in ungreased 9x13-inch pan for 12 to 18 minutes at 350°.
  • When baked and while still hot, put marshmallows on top.
  • Then add the following topping:.
  • Heat in medium pan: Corn syrup, margarine, peanut butter chips and vanilla, stirring constantly.
  • Pour over top of all layers when everything has been layered.
  • Put 2 cups of Rice Krispies over that and then 2 cups salted peanuts on top.
  • Tastes just like a Payday candy bar.

Tips:

  • Prepare Ingredients: Before starting, ensure all ingredients are measured accurately and at room temperature for better incorporation and a smooth batter.
  • Use Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will significantly impact the final result. Use fresh butter, eggs, and real buttermilk for a richer flavor and moist texture.
  • Creaming Butter and Sugar: Creaming butter and sugar together until light and fluffy is crucial for creating air pockets, resulting in a light and airy cake crumb.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients Thoroughly: Whisk the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt) together in a separate bowl to ensure even distribution and to avoid lumps in the batter.
  • Alternating Wet and Dry Ingredients: When adding the wet and dry ingredients to the creamed butter and sugar mixture, alternate between the two, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. This prevents overmixing and helps maintain the air incorporated into the batter.
  • Proper Mixing: Mix the batter until just combined. Overmixing can result in a tough and dense cake. It's okay to have a few lumps; overmixing will develop the gluten in the flour, leading to a chewy texture.
  • Baking Temperature: Preheat your oven to the correct temperature before placing the cake batter in. This ensures even baking and prevents the cake from sinking in the middle.
  • Toothpick Test: To check if the cake is done baking, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached, the cake is ready.
  • Cooling and Frosting: Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting. This prevents the frosting from melting and ensures a smooth and even application.

Conclusion:

Payday cake is a classic Southern dessert with a moist, tender crumb and a rich, decadent frosting. By following these tips and the detailed recipe instructions, you can create a homemade Payday cake that will impress your family and friends. Remember to use quality ingredients, mix the batter properly, and bake it at the correct temperature for a perfect result. Enjoy this nostalgic and flavorful cake that brings back memories of simpler times.

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