LADYBUG CAKE

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This cake will steal the show at your next party. It is really easy to make. I baked the batter in a bowl, colored the frosting a vivid red with paste food coloring and used licorice and gumdrop trims.-Lenore Walters, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1-1/4 cups water
1/3 cup canola oil
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1-1/3 cups vanilla frosting
Red paste food coloring
2 large white gumdrops
3 large black gumdrops
1 rope black licorice
1 shoestring black licorice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, water, oil, eggs and mayonnaise on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased and floured 2-qt. ovenproof bowl., Bake at 350° for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from bowl to a wire rack to cool completely. Place on a serving plate., In a small bowl, combine frosting and food coloring. Spread over cake. For eyes, flatten white gumdrops and shape into ovals; place on ladybug. Cut black gumdrops horizontally into three slices; discard tops. Slightly flatten slices; place two on white gumdrops for pupils, securing with a toothpick if necessary. Arrange remaining slices on body for spots, pressing down gently., Cut rope licorice into six pieces; insert into cake for legs. Cut a small piece from the shoestring licorice; add for mouth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Fareed Fareed
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This cake is sure to be a hit at any party.


Jamie Culver
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I love the way this cake is decorated. It's so creative!


rob parris
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This cake is perfect for a ladybug-themed party!


Ali Tofaily
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Wow! This cake looks amazing. I'm going to have to try this recipe.


SwirlTV
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This ladybug cake is so unique and adorable! I can't wait to try it.


Jasinda Ralayo
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This cake was delicious! I will definitely be making it again.


Sarah O'Neil
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and it was a big hit! The kids loved it.


Vivian Dominguez
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This cake was so easy to make and it turned out so cute! I love the ladybug design.


Leah Spencer
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I made this cake for my son's birthday and it was a huge success! He loved the ladybug design and the cake was delicious. I will definitely be making this cake again.


DragonWolf
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This cake was a hit at my daughter's birthday party! It was so easy to make and decorate, and it turned out so cute. The kids loved it!


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