Melanie Thompson
@me_th56
Easter Basket Cake Delight
This delightful Easter Basket Cake is a fun and festive dessert perfect for celebrating the holiday. With a moist white cake base, creamy frosting, and colorful candy decorations, it's sure to be a hit at any Easter gathering!
Details
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:easter
- Ingredients:9
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time35 min.
- Cook time25 min.
- Total time60 min.
- Servings10
Ingredients
- 1 (15.25 ounce) package
- 1 cup
- 3
- 1/3 cup
- 1 (16 ounce) can
- 1 (14 ounce) package
- 2 drops
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 2 cups
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Easter Basket Cake Delight.
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C) and generously greasing two 8-inch round cake pans to ensure easy release.
Step 2
In a spacious mixing bowl, blend together the white cake mix, 1 cup of water, 3 egg whites, and 1/3 cup of vegetable oil until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
Step 3
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and slide them into the oven, baking for 23 to 28 minutes.
Step 4
To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
Step 5
Once baked, let the cakes rest in the pans for 15 minutes before gently transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 6
Take one of the cooled cake layers and carefully cut a circle from the center, leaving a 1 1/2-inch ring.
Step 7
Place the uncut layer on a serving platter and lavishly frost the top with white frosting.
Step 8
Next, position the ring layer atop the frosted base and cover the entire cake with frosting, creating a delightful basket effect.
Step 9
For a pop of color, press candy-coated chocolate pieces into the frosting on the sides and top of the cake.
Step 10
In a separate bowl, mix 2 drops of green food coloring with 1/2 teaspoon of water, then add flaked coconut and stir until the coconut is beautifully tinted green.
Step 11
Nestle this vibrant green coconut in the center of the cake to mimic fresh grass.
Step 12
To craft a charming handle for your basket, cut an 8x16-inch piece of aluminum foil, fold it in half lengthwise four times, and wrap it with a ribbon, securing the ends with tape.
Step 13
Insert the ends into the top of the cake, and fill your basket with an assortment of Easter candies and goodies, creating a festive centerpiece that’s sure to delight.
Step 14
Enjoy the process and the smiles that come with sharing this sweet creation!.