FANTASTIC FIREWORKS CAKE (4TH OF JULY CAKE)
I didn't base the merit of this recipe solely on the use of a boxed mix and canned frosting. Naturally, we all know that scratch is superior, but getting that out of the way it's hard to deny this to be adorable. Creative, easy and festive. Kids love it...even the kid within ourselves. Note: Use 8 inch cake pans are suggested, but may use 13x9 inch baking pan for a sheet-type cake or cup cakes (check box for baking time). http://www.imponline.com/FactsAndTips/Cooking/fireworks-cake.aspx?tag=Bake
Provided by gailanng
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or see Tip #1 below.
- Prepare the cake mix batter according to package directions.
- Pour 1 cup batter into each prepared pan. Drop 5 to 7 drops each of the red and blue food coloring randomly on batter. (I found the larger the drop pools, the better the effect. In other words, don't skimp or there will not be enough gel effect when cutting the cake.) Swirl the coloring with a wooden skewer. Divide the remaining batter evenly between the pans, spooning batter gently on top of swirled colors. Drop 5 to 7 drops each of red and blue food coloring randomly on the batter again; swirl coloring with a wooden skewer.
- Bake the cakes until a toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool the cakes in the pans on wire racks for 10 minutes. Remove the cakes from the pans and place on wire racks to cool completely.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the top with about 3/4 cup frosting. Top with the second cake layer. Spread the side and top of the cake with the remaining frosting. Draw several sets of concentric circles on top and side of cake with the red and blue decorating gels. Drag a wooden skewer through the circles to feather the colors and make bursting fireworks designs.
- Two Tips To Remove Cake From Pans:.
- Tip 1. An easier method is to outline 2 pieces of wax paper cut to the size of the bottom of the cake pan. Place wax paper on bottom and pour batter over. When inverting after baking, immediately peel off wax paper and dispose.
- Tip 2. Let each cake layer cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing; the cake will release steam and begin to pull away from the pan edge.
- Check to see if the cake will come out easily by placing one hand on top of the cake and carefully inverting the pan. If the cake layer doesn't release, run a knife around the edge of the cake to help loosen. Place your hand on the top and carefully invert the pan again. Remove the cake and carefully place on a rack to cool completely.
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MDSagor Sagor
[email protected]I can't believe how easy this cake was to make. It turned out so beautiful.
Phoenix McCormick
[email protected]This cake is a work of art! I'm so impressed.
Marvy Lblack
[email protected]I'm going to make this cake for my next party. I know everyone will love it.
Barcatou Jallow
[email protected]This cake looks so delicious! I can't wait to try it.
Shuvo Dhuvo
[email protected]I love the colors of this cake! They're so festive.
Anthony Anayo
[email protected]This cake is a great way to celebrate the 4th of July.
Crimroon
[email protected]I'm definitely going to make this cake for my next party.
Sugarann Ponteno
[email protected]This cake is a must-try for any 4th of July celebration.
JOHN AYENI
[email protected]I can't wait to try this cake! It looks so delicious.
Ned Bauer
[email protected]This cake is perfect for any patriotic celebration. It's sure to be a hit with everyone.
Muhsin Bashir
[email protected]I'm so impressed with this cake! It's so creative and unique.
Wendy Lori
[email protected]This cake is a work of art! I can't believe how beautiful it is.
Ch Ahad Waqar
[email protected]I love the colors of this cake! It's so festive and perfect for the 4th of July.
Malakhi “Mally” Williams
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it looks so impressive. I'm definitely going to make it again for my next party.
Bachu Miya
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for any occasion.
Kylie Harkless
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cake, but this one was really good! The frosting was especially delicious.
chota Baadshah
[email protected]This is the best 4th of July cake I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful.
Noora Saad
[email protected]I made this cake for my son's birthday and it was a huge success! He loved the colors and the cake was so delicious.
Richard Ndungu
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my 4th of July party! It was so easy to make and it turned out so beautiful. The colors were so vibrant and the cake was so moist and fluffy.