AUTUMN TREE CAKE

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You can decorate this special cake any way you like for Halloween or the colorful autumn months. -Marie Parker, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package butter recipe golden cake mix (regular size)
1 cup orange juice
1/3 cup butter, softened
3 large eggs
FROSTING:
6 cups confectioners' sugar
2/3 cup butter, softened
Orange food coloring, optional
5 to 6 tablespoons orange juice
1/2 cup crushed chocolate wafers (about 8 wafers)
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening
Assorted candy and chocolate leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of two greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment paper; grease paper. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, orange juice, butter and eggs; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes. Transfer to prepared pan. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat confectioners' sugar, butter, if desired, food coloring and enough orange juice to achieve desired consistency. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Lightly press wafer crumbs onto sides of cake., In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Transfer to a pastry bag or a food-safe plastic bag; cut a small hole in the tip of bag. Pipe a tree on top of cake. Decorate as desired with candy and chocolate leaves.

Nutrition Facts :

Emelda Mitchell
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This cake looks so delicious! I'm going to have to save this recipe for later.


Lutakome Livingstone
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This recipe looks amazing! I can't wait to try it out.


saurabh Gurung
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Wow! This cake is so impressive. I'm definitely going to try making it.


PETER Ng'ang'a
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This cake is a showstopper! I can't wait to make it again for my next party.


Jose Eduardo Ulloa Cuevas
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves fall flavors and is looking for a unique dessert to serve at their next party.


Tahmidul Hasan
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Overall, I thought this cake was a success. It was a little challenging to make, but the end result was worth it.


Rayen Goelmohamed
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This is a beautiful cake, but it is very time-consuming to make. I would only recommend it for special occasions.


Mahesh Ghayal
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly, but it still tasted good.


Mussa Hamadi
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I thought the cake was a little too sweet, but my kids loved it.


Joanne Smith
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The cake was a little dry, but the maple glaze helped to make it more moist.


Aman Siddique
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This tree cake is so festive and perfect for a fall party.


Laxsuman B.k
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because it seemed complicated, but it was actually really easy. The cake turned out beautifully and tasted amazing.


Jarnel Moosa
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This is the perfect cake for fall! The maple flavor is warm and inviting.


Fari Ali
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I'm not much of a baker, but this cake was surprisingly easy to make. It turned out so pretty and tasted even better.


Michael Arnold
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I made this cake for a fall party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique design and the delicious flavor.


Bridget goldsmith
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The recipe was easy to follow and the cake came out beautiful.


ZALIM 2FF
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This tree cake turned out amazing! The cake was perfectly moist and the maple glaze was the perfect finishing touch.