Best Milky Way Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Melt candy bars and 1/2 cup butter in a saucepan over very low heat.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
4. 4
   Beat sugar and remaining butter until fluffy.
5. 5
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. 6
   Add flour and baking soda alternately with buttermilk, stirring until smooth.
7. 7
   Add candy mixture, stirring well.
8. 8
   Stir in vanilla and nuts (nuts are optional).
9. 9
   Pour into greased, floured bundt pan.
10. 10
    Bake at 350F (180C) F for 1 hour and 15 to 25 minutes.
11. 11
    Test with toothpick.
12. 12
    Cool in pan on wire rack for 20 minutes and remove from pan.