Best 6 Trash Cake Recipes

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Calling all chocolate enthusiasts! Get ready to embark on a delightful culinary journey with Trash Cake, an extraordinary dessert that elevates the art of baking. This recipe is an irresistible symphony of rich chocolate flavors, featuring layers of moist chocolate cake, decadent chocolate ganache, and fluffy whipped cream. As you dive into each heavenly bite, you'll discover a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe promises an unforgettable experience. Prepare to indulge in the ultimate chocolate indulgence with Trash Cake, where every bite is a celebration of cocoa's divine essence.

**In addition to the classic Trash Cake recipe, this article offers a delightful twist with two additional variations:**

**1. Chocolate Chip Cookie Trash Cake:** This recipe combines the classic Trash Cake with the beloved flavors of chocolate chip cookies. Expect layers of chocolate cake batter generously studded with chocolate chips, creating a delightful textural contrast. The chocolate ganache and whipped cream remain faithful companions, completing this irresistible dessert.

**2. Peanut Butter Trash Cake:** Peanut butter enthusiasts, rejoice! This variation infuses the classic Trash Cake with the rich, nutty goodness of peanut butter. Layers of chocolate cake are complemented by a luscious peanut butter ganache and velvety peanut butter whipped cream. Prepare to be captivated by the harmonious blend of chocolate and peanut butter in this irresistible treat.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GARBAGE CAKE



Garbage Cake image

Garbage, not because it's rotten but because you can just dump all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix away. I also like to call this "church lady potluck cake" because there always seems to be a cake like this at church potlucks. I sometimes substitute raisins for the dates and pecans for the walnuts. Very flexible recipe from the Norske Nook cookbook.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups applesauce
2 eggs
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup dates, chopped
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
1/3 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 tablespoon molasses
2 cups frosting (of your choice, your own, or my Cream Cheese Frosting recipe.)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°.
  • Stir all the ingredients, except frosting, into a large bowl in the order given.
  • Mix slowly by hand at first, then beat with an mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
  • Pour into a greased 9x13 pan and bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool, then top with frosting.

DUMP CAKE I



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This cake is just as easy as dumping ingredients in a pan.

Provided by Wilma Hull

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Dump Cake

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
8 ounces chopped walnuts
½ cup butter

Steps:

  • In a 9x13 inch pan mix cherries and pineapple. Sprinkle dry cake mix over pineapple, and cherry mixture stir until just combined. Then sprinkle walnuts over top. Drizzle top with melted butter or margarine.
  • Bake in a 350 degree F (175 degree C) oven for 35 or 40 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 173.6 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

GARBAGE CAKE



Garbage Cake image

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 large can crushed pineapple, drained
1 can cherry pie filling
1 box yellow cake mix - do not prepare
1 stick butter, melted

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple and put in bottom of 9 x 13 pan. Mix in cherry pie filling.
  • Cover with dry cake mix and drizzle with melted butter.
  • Bake 350 degrees F for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

TRES LECHES CAKE



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This is a part dry, part moist Mexican cake made with three types of milk. It is a sweet and delicious treat!

Provided by Monica

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup white sugar
5 egg yolks
5 egg whites
⅓ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 pint heavy whipping cream
10 maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter and flour bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Beat the egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar until light in color and doubled in volume. Stir in milk, vanilla, flour and baking powder.
  • In a small bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar. Beat until firm but not dry. Fold 1/3 of the egg whites into the yolk mixture to lighten it; fold in remaining egg whites. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until cake tester inserted into the middle comes out clean. Allow to cool 10 minutes.
  • Loosen edge of cake with knife before removing side of pan. Cool cake completely on a wire rack.
  • Place cooled cake on a deep serving plate. Use a two-pronged meat fork or a cake tester to pierce the surface of cake.
  • Mix together condensed milk, evaporated milk and 1/4 cup of the whipping cream. Set aside 1 cup of the measured milk mixture and refrigerate for another use. Pour remaining milk mixture over cake slowly until absorbed. Whip the remaining whipping cream until it thickens and reaches spreading consistency. Frost cake with whipped cream and garnish with cherries. Store cake in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 642 calories, Carbohydrate 75 g, Cholesterol 240.7 mg, Fat 33 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 14.2 g, SaturatedFat 19.7 g, Sodium 270.5 mg, Sugar 61 g

TEXAS TRASH



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Not your ordinary snack mix! A BIG, BOLD FLAVOR just like the State of Texas! This can be doubled, tripled or quadrupled successfully. You can also add other ingredients, just keep the proportion of spicy butter to the dry ingredients the same as in the recipe. I usually add goldfish crackers to mine.

Provided by Junebug

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 9 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1 1/4 teaspoons seasoning salt
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
1 cup Cheerios toasted oat cereal
2 cups Wheat Chex
2 cups Rice Chex
2 cups Corn Chex
1 cup pretzel
1 cup nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250.
  • Mix the first 7 ingredients in a cup with a spout.
  • Mix all dry ingredients in a baking pan.
  • Pour the butter and seasonings over the dry mix, stirring until each piece is coated.
  • Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
  • Cool.
  • Stir in an air tight container.
  • Freezes well.

GARBAGE CAN CAKE



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This recipe is super easy to make and really nice to eat. Get the kids in the kitchen to help you make it. they will love doing it.

Provided by Jeanna Mills

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 store bought pound cake
1 large container of frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 pt fresh strawberries (or use frozen and thawed)
1 box strawberry jello
1 new bathroom garbage can or large plastic canister

Steps:

  • 1. Line garbage can or canister with plastic wrap. Make sure you overlap the edges well so the wet parts of the cake don't seep through. (This is why you should use a new CLEAN garbage can)
  • 2. Slice strawberries, slice pound cake thinly. Start layering strawberries, cake, and then a layer of whipped cream in the lined can. Repeat until all of these ingredients are gone and hopefully your last layer is cake. You should have plenty of room at the top of the can.
  • 3. In a bowl mix strawberry jello with only 3/4 the amount of water it calls for. Pour this into the can over the mixture. Cover the top of the cake loosely with plastic wrap and store in fridge overnight.
  • 4. The next day your cake is ready to unveil. Pull the cake out by the plastic and set on a pretty cake plate. Top with a sprig of mint and more whipped cream.

Tips:

  • Choose your cake mix wisely: A chocolate cake mix is the traditional choice, but you can also use other flavors, such as vanilla, funfetti, or red velvet.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake according to the package directions: The baking time will vary depending on the type of cake mix you use.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use a variety of toppings: The possibilities are endless! Some popular toppings include chocolate chips, sprinkles, chopped nuts, and whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Trash cake is an easy and delicious dessert that can be made with just a few simple ingredients. It's perfect for potlucks, parties, or just a sweet treat. With a little creativity, you can easily customize your trash cake to suit your own taste. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy dessert, give trash cake a try!

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