Snickers-Inspired Lazy Cake with Dulce de Leche and Salted Peanuts

About the Recipe

This Snickers-inspired lazy cake with rududu (dulce de leche) and salted peanuts is a modern take on the classic Lithuanian tinginys (lazy cake), inspired by one of the world’s most popular candy bars – Snickers. The dessert stands out with its rich combination of caramel, nuts, and chocolate, which perfectly complements the traditional cookie base. Best of all, it’s a no-bake dessert, making it a great choice when you need to quickly impress guests or treat your family to something special.

Personally, I’ve made this recipe many times – it has become my go-to when guests drop by unexpectedly. While it may sound overly sweet, the salted peanuts balance the sweetness of the dulce de leche, and the chocolate glaze adds a perfect finishing touch. My mom used to make this even when rududu was hard to find, so this recipe has a nostalgic feel and has truly stood the test of time in our family.

This lazy cake is incredibly versatile – perfect for both festive occasions and cozy weekends. Thanks to its unforgettable flavor, both kids and adults will love it. If you’re looking for something simple yet festive, this Snickers-inspired lazy cake is a real gem.

Possible Ingredient Substitutions

• Dulce de leche (rududu): Can be replaced with caramel sauce, boiled sweetened condensed milk, or even a nutty caramel spread.

• Sweet biscuits/cookies: Oatmeal cookies, gluten-free cookies, or whole grain cookies will also work well.

• Salted peanuts: You can use cashews, walnuts, or almonds – or mix several types of nuts together.

• Milk chocolate: For a more intense flavor, use dark chocolate; for a milder taste, white chocolate can be used.

• Butter: Can be swapped for coconut oil or margarine, but butter gives a more natural taste.

Tips for Making the Dessert

• Break the cookies by hand – this gives a mix of textures with both small crumbs and larger pieces.

• Heat the dulce de leche just enough to soften it – don’t let it boil, as it could lose its smoothness.

• For more crunch, don’t crush the nuts too finely – leave them in large chunks.

• Use slightly cooled melted chocolate for the glaze so it spreads better and doesn’t form a hard crust.

• Let the lazy cake set for at least 3–4 hours, or ideally overnight, so the flavors can fully blend.

Chef’s Tip

To make the flavor even closer to Snickers, add a few tablespoons of roasted chopped almonds or mix in caramelized bits. If you’re serving this at a party, cut the cake into small squares and decorate with chocolate shavings or caramel drizzle – it’ll look even more indulgent.

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