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Easter Basket Cake

Delightful Easter Basket Cake to Impress Your Guests

This Easter Basket Cake is a delightful and nostalgic dessert that combines a buttery vanilla base with creamy chocolate frosting, perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 2 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix Or substitute with a homemade vanilla cake.
  • 1 cup Water For mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 3 large Eggs Or use egg replacements for a vegan version.
For the Frosting
  • 1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Chocolate Fudge Frosting Or use cream cheese frosting for a tangy variation.
For the Decoration
  • 3 cups Shredded Coconut Consider unsweetened coconut for less sweetness.
  • 2 drops Green Food Color Omit if you prefer a natural look.
  • 1 cup Candy Easter Eggs Or substitute with chocolate eggs or jelly beans.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • 9x13 inch cake pan
  • Wire rack
  • Offset spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easter Basket Cake
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix with water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Use a hand mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch pan. Bake for 28-32 minutes.
  3. Cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, about 1 hour.
  4. Spread the chocolate frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
  5. Mix shredded coconut with green food color, then sprinkle over the frosted cake to create a grass effect.
  6. Top with colorful candy Easter eggs positioned randomly for a festive appearance.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better batter consistency. Avoid over-baking to maintain moisture. Get creative with decorations for a personal touch.

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