Best 9 The Ugly Cake Recipes
The "ugly cake" is a uniquely delicious and creative dessert that has gained popularity for its delightful combination of flavors and textures. Originating from the southern United States, this cake has captured the hearts of many with its moist and tender crumb, tangy cream cheese frosting, and eye-catching appearance. Despite its name, which may suggest otherwise, the ugly cake is a true culinary delight that offers a burst of flavors and a satisfying treat. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect ugly cake, complete with its signature crumbly topping and rich, creamy frosting.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
UGLY SWEATER CAKE
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Remove the cake from the pan and place bottom-side up on a platter.
- Put 1 container of plain frosting in a piping bag with an X-shaped nozzle or in a resealable bag with the bottom corner snipped. Add green coloring to each of the other 2 containers of frosting and mix until they are a consistent green.
- Using an offset spatula, spread the green frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake. Pipe the plain frosting in a Y shape to make it look like a sweater V-neck and front fastening. Decorate with cake decorations and holiday candies--use any design you like and make it your own.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt. Stir together and set aside.
- In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, baking soda, vanilla and eggs. Mix with a fork and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and add the cocoa. Whisk together to combine. Meanwhile, bring 1 cup water to a boil. When the butter is melted, pour the boiling water in the pan. Allow to bubble for a moment, then turn off the heat.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the flour mixture. Stir together for a moment to cool the chocolate, then pour in the egg mixture. Stir together until smooth, then pour into a rimmed half sheet pan and bake until an inserted toothpick comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Let cool, then cut the finished cake in half so it is the size of a quarter sheet pan.
UGLY DUCKLING CAKE I
Yellow cake mix, canned fruit cocktail, coconut, and nuts blend in this recipe that may look a bit 'ugly,' but tastes great.
Provided by Glenda
Categories Desserts Cakes Cake Mix Cake Recipes Coconut Cake
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine cake mix, undrained fruit, 1 cup coconut and eggs.
- Blend; beat at medium speed for 2 minutes and pour into a greased 9 x 13 inch pan.
- Sprinkle with brown sugar and nuts. Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 45 minutes. Bring butter, sugar and milk to a boil. Boil 1 minute. Stir in 1/2 cup coconut. Spoon over warm cake. Top with prepared whipped topping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Cholesterol 36.8 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 261.1 mg, Sugar 27 g
UGLY CAKE
Make and share this Ugly Cake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by paula giles
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 9x13 cake, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- FIRST PART: Mix 1st part well and press into greased and floured 9x13 pan.
- SECOND PART: Cream cheese and add eggs, 1 stick butter and powdered sugar.
- Pour on top of first part and bake 300 for about 1 hour.
UGLY CAKE
This is a very yummy cake that people always ask me to make for parties. It's also very easy but so good!
Provided by Pennypoo
Categories Dessert
Time 1h25m
Yield 12 squares, 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix the ingredients for the first layer and press into a 9 x 12 greased pan.
- Beat the ingredients for the second layer with a mixer and pour over first layer.
- Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes.
UGLY CHOCOLATE CAKE
Make and share this Ugly Chocolate Cake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by cuisinebymae
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 1 cake
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F Lightly grease a 9"X13" baking pan.
- Stir together the cake mix, eggs, water, and oil until combined.
- Set aside.
- Combine marshmallows and brown sugar.
- In another bowl, combine cocoa and 2 cups hot water.
- Now combine marshmallow and cocoa mixtures and pour into the greased 9"X13" pan.
- Spoon prepared cake mix evenly over all.
- DO NOT MIX TOGETHER.
- Bake at 350F for 45 minutes.
- Cool completely in pan.
- Flip onto a platter.
- Your cake will have a wonderfully rich layer of chocolate sauce on top.
UGLY CAKE
Make and share this Ugly Cake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Darlene Summers
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Beat all cake ingredients together for 4 minutes.
- Pour into greased and floured 9x13-inch pan.
- Sprinkle coconut and brown sugar over top.
- Bake at 325° for about 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.1, Fat 11.1, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 70.5, Sodium 432.8, Carbohydrate 58.4, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 38.6, Protein 4.7
APPLE UGLY CAKE
Don't let the name of this recipe fool you. It may not be the prettiest cake you've ever seen, but it sure is the delicious! I've made this for a tea party, office luncheon, brunch and dessert. It's always a hit. Delicious served with vanilla ice cream.
Provided by MTWOMAN
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Apple Dessert Recipes
Time 1h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch pan.
- In a large bowl, stir together the sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Make a well in the center, and pour in the oil, eggs and vanilla. Mix until well blended. Fold in the raisins and apples. Spread evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 1 1/2 hours in the preheated oven, until firm and lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 514 calories, Carbohydrate 68.8 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 610.9 mg, Sugar 42 g
UGLY DUCKLING CAKE
This came from a friend in my Sunday school class several years ago. I've never tried it, but just now found it in my stack of saved recipes. I'm putting it here so that I don't lose it. I've found other similar recipes on here, but none that are exactly the same.
Provided by bunkie68
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 12-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Set ½ cup brown sugar aside to sprinkle on cake before you bake. (I have used both dark and light, either is yummy.).
- Mix all ingredients except brown sugar and pour into a 9 x 13 greased and floured cake pan.
- Sprinkle brown sugar on top of cake batter.
- Bake at 350 degrees for about 40 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool 15 minutes and pour glaze over top of warm cake.
- Enjoy!
- NOTES: My friend preferred brown sugar when making the glaze, and she said she used about 1/2 of a 12-oz. can of evaporated milk when making the glaze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.4, Fat 34.4, SaturatedFat 17.6, Cholesterol 86.2, Sodium 488.9, Carbohydrate 58, Fiber 4, Sugar 31.6, Protein 6.5
UGLY DUCKLING CAKE II
This is also called Fruit Cocktail Cake. It originally called for 2 cups of sugar, but I found it too sweet and cut it to 1 cup.
Provided by Betty Howry
Categories Desserts Cakes Sheet Cake Recipes
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sift together flour, 1 cup sugar, salt, and baking soda. Beat 2 eggs and pour over dry mixture. Add fruit cocktail. Stir together.
- Grease and flour pan. Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 45 minutes.
- Over low heat, cook together 1 cup sugar, 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup butter or margarine and coconut. Pour over cake while still hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Cholesterol 42.4 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 317.9 mg, Sugar 29.3 g
Tips:
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can lead to a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the ingredients mix together more evenly and will result in a smoother cake.
- Don't open the oven door while the cake is baking. This can cause the cake to fall.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
- If you're making a layer cake, make sure the layers are completely cool before assembling the cake. Otherwise, the layers may slide apart.
Conclusion:
Ugly cakes may not be the most beautiful, but they're often the most delicious. With a little creativity, you can turn any ugly cake into a work of art. So don't be afraid to experiment and have fun with your baking. The most important thing is that your cake tastes good and makes you happy.
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