Firecracker Red, White and Blue Cake
Looking to impress your guests this summer? The Firecracker Red, White and Blue Cake is a festive dessert that embodies the spirit of Independence Day. This visually stunning layered cake, made with Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ White Cake Mix, features vibrant red and blue colors that are perfect for backyard barbecues or family gatherings. It’s not just about looks; this cake is incredibly moist and flavorful, thanks to its simple yet delicious ingredients. With customizable toppings like sprinkles or fresh fruit, you can tailor it to match any celebration theme. Get ready to wow your friends and family with a delightful treat that’s as easy to make as it is enjoyable to eat!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 44 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 4 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ White Cake Mix
- 1 1/4 teaspoons red gel food color
- 1 1/4 teaspoons blue gel food color
- 1 tub (16 oz) Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Vanilla Frosting
- Water, vegetable oil, and whole eggs as called for on the cake mix box
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 12-cup fluted tube cake pan with baking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and whole eggs; beat for 2 minutes.
- Divide the batter into three bowls: stir in red food coloring in one, blue in another, leaving the third white.
- Layer the batters in the pan: pour red on the bottom, then white, followed by blue.
- Bake for 39-44 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean; let cool before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg