Ant House Cake with Chocolate Mascarpone Frosting

Health score
2%
Ant House Cake with Chocolate Mascarpone Frosting
105 min.
12
692kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with the delightful Ant House Cake, a whimsical dessert that’s sure to impress at any gathering! This cake is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a feast for the eyes as well. With its fluffy layers of coconut-infused white cake and a rich, velvety chocolate mascarpone frosting, it’s a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will leave your guests raving.

The secret to this cake’s charm lies in its unique combination of ingredients. The unsweetened shredded coconut adds a tropical twist, while the dark chocolate brings a sophisticated depth to the frosting. Topped with playful chocolate candy sprinkles, this cake resembles an ant house, making it a fun centerpiece for birthday parties, family gatherings, or any celebration that calls for a touch of creativity.

Not only is this cake visually stunning, but it’s also surprisingly easy to make, taking just over an hour and a half from start to finish. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through each step, ensuring a delicious outcome. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that’s as delightful to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix white
  • 0.8 cup coconut shredded unsweetened
  • 0.5 cup mint 
  • oz baker's chocolate dark 70% chopped ( cocoa) (not baking chocolate)
  • 0.5 teaspoon espresso powder 
  • 24 oz mascarpone cheese softened
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla 
  • oz mint 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • double boiler
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for nonstick pans). Spray 2 (9-inch) round cake pans with baking spray with flour; line bottoms with cooking parchment paper.
  2. Make cake mix as directed on box, using water, oil and eggs. Use spatula to gently stir coconut and 1/2 cup chocolate sprinkles into batter. Divide batter evenly between pans.
  3. Bake as directed on box until toothpick inserted in center of each cake comes out clean. Cool cakes in pan 15 minutes.
  4. Transfer cakes to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 45 minutes.
  5. To make Frosting, use double boiler to melt dark chocolate. Stir in espresso powder with whisk until dissolved. Set chocolate mixture aside to cool.
  6. In large bowl, beat mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Gently add cooled chocolate and continue to mix at low speed until well incorporated.
  7. To assemble Cake, place 1 cake layer flat side down on cake plate.
  8. Spread 1 1/2 cups filling over top of cake layer.
  9. Place second cake layer flat side up over filling.
  10. Spread remaining filling over sides and top of cake. Cover entire cake with 6 to 8 oz chocolate sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts

Calories692kcal
Protein4.48%
Fat49.76%
Carbs45.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.353478306661%

Flavonoids

Catechin
9.12mg
Epicatechin
20.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:692.34kcal
34.62%
Fat:39.35g
60.54%
Saturated Fat:25.63g
160.18%
Carbohydrates:81.43g
27.14%
Net Carbohydrates:77.65g
28.24%
Sugar:57.27g
63.64%
Cholesterol:56.7mg
18.9%
Sodium:335.77mg
14.6%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.14%
100%
Caffeine:12.65mg
4.22%
Protein:7.98g
15.96%
Manganese:0.84mg
42.06%
Copper:0.54mg
27.06%
Phosphorus:214.02mg
21.4%
Iron:3.51mg
19.52%
Calcium:189.87mg
18.99%
Vitamin A:793.79IU
15.88%
Fiber:3.77g
15.1%
Magnesium:56.52mg
14.13%
Zinc:1.68mg
11.22%
Folate:34.65µg
8.66%
Selenium:6.05µg
8.65%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.86%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.93%
Vitamin B3:1.27mg
6.34%
Potassium:178.54mg
5.1%
Vitamin E:0.46mg
3.05%
Vitamin K:2.56µg
2.43%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
1.97%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.67%