GIANT CREAMSICLE CAKE

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There's nothing quite like an old-school Creamsicle from the ice cream truck - except maybe this jumbo version! To make the giant pop, we sandwiched orange sherbet between two layers of vanilla cake and covered it in a homemade marshmallow fondant. The oversize stick is just a wooden spatula!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 10 to 12 slices of cake

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 15- to 16-ounce box vanilla cake mix (plus required ingredients)
1 1 1/2-quart rectangular carton orange sherbet
1 16-ounce tub white frosting
1 10-ounce bag mini marshmallows
1/4 cup water
Red and yellow food coloring
2 1-pound boxes confectioners' sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚ F. Prepare the cake mix as directed for a 9-by-13-inch cake; bake as directed. Let cool slightly in the pan, then remove to a rack to cool completely.
  • Transfer the cake to a baking sheet lined with parchment and carefully cut into 2 layers. Keeping the cakes stacked, trim a 3/4-inch strip from each long side. Reserve the trimmings (you'll have 4 strips).
  • Cut off the carton from the sherbet and slice the block of sherbet lengthwise into thirds. Arrange on the bottom layer of the cake. Let soften slightly, then smooth with an offset spatula.
  • Use the 4 trimmed strips of cake to create a border all the way around the sherbet, breaking the pieces as needed. Cover with the top cake layer and freeze 1 hour.
  • Cut a large chunk out of one of the top corners of the cake to look like a bite. Trim the other top corner to make it rounded. Press a few of the cake trimmings against the exposed sherbet in the bite.
  • Using a paring knife, carve out 2 shallow channels in the cake as shown. Cover the top and sides of the cake with the frosting, making sure to cover the bite. Return the cake to the freezer.
  • Make the fondant: Put the marshmallows and water in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth. Tint orange with red and yellow food coloring. Transfer the mixture to a stand mixer.
  • Slowly beat all but 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar into the melted marshmallows (it will be stiff). Beat in the butter. Knead in some of the remaining sugar until rollable. Roll out on a confectioners' sugar-dusted surface until large enough to cover the entire cake.
  • Carefully drape the fondant over the cake and smooth with your hands. Trim the excess, cutting around the bite. Press a thin strip of fondant along the bottom of the bite. Insert a wooden spatula for the stick.

Jonathan Dechristino
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I'm not a big baker, but this cake was so easy to make. I'm definitely going to make it again.


Zishi Gujjar
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Adam Grey
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and she loved it. It was so moist and delicious.


Naini Mariane
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This cake is the perfect summer dessert. It's light and refreshing, and the orange flavor is so delicious.


Safia Shume
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This cake is so good! I love the orange flavor.


Anijia Samson
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a success. It's the perfect cake for any celebration.


Mark Walters
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This cake is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Md Rifat Islam
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This cake is delicious! I love the combination of orange and vanilla.


Jesse Quezada
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I made this cake for my family and they all loved it. It's a great cake for any occasion.


KSHITIJ KHADKA
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This cake is so moist and fluffy. It's the perfect cake to serve with a cup of coffee or tea.


Pakhtoon Haroon
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I love that this cake is made with fresh oranges. It gives it such a bright and citrusy flavor.


Imran Dhamia
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This cake is the perfect summer dessert. It's light and refreshing, and the orange flavor is so delicious.


Chani Shepherd
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I'm not a big baker, but this cake was so easy to make. I'm definitely going to make it again.


mehdi ahmed
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and she loved it. It was so moist and delicious.


Brianna Lamour
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Candy Seconds
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's now my go-to cake recipe.


Vicky Marwat
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This cake is amazing! I love the combination of orange and vanilla flavors.


Swear Swear
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I've made this cake a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so light and fluffy, and the cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement.


Benish Bhatti
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This cake was a huge hit at my party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it.