Firecracker Red, White and Blue Cake
Firecracker Red, White and Blue Cake is the ultimate festive dessert for summer celebrations! This visually stunning cake features vibrant red and blue layers paired with moist vanilla cake and creamy frosting. Perfect for Fourth of July parties or Memorial Day gatherings, this easy recipe allows you to create a delicious centerpiece that will impress your guests. The colorful layers make it not only a delight to eat but also a treat for the eyes, bringing a cheerful spirit to any occasion. With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this cake is an enjoyable baking project for the whole family. Celebrate in style this summer with our Firecracker Red, White and Blue Cake!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ White Cake Mix
- Water, vegetable oil, and eggs (as per mix instructions)
- Red gel food color
- Blue gel food color
- Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Vanilla Frosting
- Red, White & Blue Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 12-cup fluted tube cake pan with baking spray.
- In a large bowl, beat together the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs on medium speed for about 2 minutes. Divide the batter into three bowls: one for white, one colored red with gel food color, and one colored blue.
- Layer the red batter in the bottom of the pan first, followed by the white batter, then pour in the blue batter.
- Bake for 39 to 44 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Drizzle melted frosting over the cooled cake and add sprinkles before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg