UGLY SWEATER CAKE

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 baked quarter sheet Chocolate Sheet Cake, recipe follows, or 1 box cake mix, baked in a sheet pan
Three 16-ounce containers vanilla frosting
1 1/2 teaspoons green gel food coloring
Candy cake decorations of your choice, for decorating
Mixed holiday candies, for decorating
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 sticks (1 cup) salted butter
4 heaping tablespoons cocoa powder

Steps:

  • Remove the cake from the pan and place bottom-side up on a platter.
  • Put 1 container of plain frosting in a piping bag with an X-shaped nozzle or in a resealable bag with the bottom corner snipped. Add green coloring to each of the other 2 containers of frosting and mix until they are a consistent green.
  • Using an offset spatula, spread the green frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake. Pipe the plain frosting in a Y shape to make it look like a sweater V-neck and front fastening. Decorate with cake decorations and holiday candies--use any design you like and make it your own.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt. Stir together and set aside.
  • In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, baking soda, vanilla and eggs. Mix with a fork and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and add the cocoa. Whisk together to combine. Meanwhile, bring 1 cup water to a boil. When the butter is melted, pour the boiling water in the pan. Allow to bubble for a moment, then turn off the heat.
  • Pour the chocolate mixture into the flour mixture. Stir together for a moment to cool the chocolate, then pour in the egg mixture. Stir together until smooth, then pour into a rimmed half sheet pan and bake until an inserted toothpick comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Let cool, then cut the finished cake in half so it is the size of a quarter sheet pan.

Dharma Raj Regmi
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I'm a beginner baker, and I found this recipe to be very easy to follow. The cake turned out perfectly, and it was a big hit with my family. I'll definitely be making it again.


kate zirape
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I've been baking for years, and I can say that this cake is one of the best I've ever made. It's moist, flavorful, and festive. I highly recommend it.


Paul Melder Sr
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This cake is perfect for busy people. It can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator or freezer. It's also easy to transport, so it's great for parties and potlucks.


mooha Shiiqow
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This cake is a great value for the price. It's made with simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store. It's also a great way to use up leftover cake mix and frosting.


Poshnath Tamang
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I love trying new things, so I decided to make this cake with a few different flavors. I used chocolate cake mix, mint frosting, and raspberry sprinkles. It was a unique and delicious combination that I would definitely make again.


Rubi Espinosa
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I made a few substitutions to make this cake healthier. I used whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, and I used Greek yogurt instead of butter. It still came out delicious, and I felt good about serving it to my family.


Tala Abou chaker
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This cake was a lifesaver! I needed a quick and easy dessert for my son's birthday party, and this one fit the bill perfectly. It was easy to make, and it looked and tasted great.


Nabeel Nabeelazam
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I love how this cake turned out! I added a few extra sprinkles on top, and it looked even more festive. I also used a different color of frosting, and it came out looking really unique.


Vedaneesookhun Vedaneesookhun
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This was my first time making a cake from scratch, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the cake came out moist and fluffy. I'm definitely going to try more of your recipes.


Hamid Abdullah
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This cake was the perfect centerpiece for my ugly sweater party. It was festive and fun, and everyone loved it. I especially liked the way the sprinkles made it look like a Christmas sweater.


Thuwanharees
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I'm not usually a fan of cake, but this one was delicious! The chocolate cake was moist and decadent, and the mint frosting was the perfect complement. It was a bit messy to eat, but it was worth it.


Gift Bennetie
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This cake was a hit at my ugly sweater party! It was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I loved the festive sprinkles on top. It was easy to make, and I'll definitely be making it again.