Baby Block Cake

Dairy Free
Baby Block Cake
145 min.
12
305kcal

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Introducing the delightful Baby Block Cake, a charming dessert that is perfect for any celebration, especially for baby showers or birthdays! This eye-catching cake not only looks adorable but is also dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. With its vibrant colors and playful design, this cake is sure to be a hit among both kids and adults alike.

Imagine a soft, fluffy cake layered with a luscious frosting that melts in your mouth, all while being completely free of dairy. The combination of almond extract adds a subtle nutty flavor that elevates the taste, making each bite a delightful experience. The use of blue and red food colors creates a fun and festive appearance, reminiscent of classic baby blocks, making it a perfect centerpiece for your dessert table.

Not only is this cake visually appealing, but it is also easy to make, taking just 145 minutes from start to finish. With a generous yield of 12 servings, it’s ideal for gatherings of all sizes. Whether you’re celebrating a new arrival or simply indulging in a sweet treat, the Baby Block Cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a masterpiece that will bring joy and sweetness to any occasion!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix white
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • 2.7 oz pizza dough blue red
  • 12 oz fluffy frosting white
  • serving chocolate icing (any colors)
  • serving frangelico (any shape)

Equipment

  • oven
  • knife
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottoms only of 2 (8-inch) square pans with shortening or cooking spray.
  2. Make cake batter as directed on box, adding almond extract with the water. Divide batter in half. Stir 2 drops blue food color into one half; stir 2 drops red food color into other half.
  3. Pour into pans.
  4. Bake as directed on box for 8-inch pans. Cool 10 minutes. Run knife around sides of pans to loosen cakes; remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  5. Place 1 cake layer on serving plate; spread with 1/2 cup white frosting. Top with second cake layer, bottom side down.
  6. Spread frosting evenly on side and top of cake. Decorate cake as desired to look like baby block, using decorating icing and decors. Store loosely covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories305kcal
Protein2.97%
Fat19.9%
Carbs77.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.17
Glycemic Load
8.96
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.9886956318565%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:304.7kcal
15.23%
Fat:6.76g
10.4%
Saturated Fat:1.8g
11.26%
Carbohydrates:58.94g
19.65%
Net Carbohydrates:58.37g
21.23%
Sugar:37.91g
42.12%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:401.16mg
17.44%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.09%
100%
Protein:2.27g
4.53%
Phosphorus:150.72mg
15.07%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.96%
Calcium:95.29mg
9.53%
Folate:32.61µg
8.15%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.44%
Iron:1.06mg
5.9%
Vitamin E:0.84mg
5.63%
Vitamin B3:1.1mg
5.48%
Selenium:3.74µg
5.34%
Vitamin K:5.15µg
4.91%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.44%
Fiber:0.57g
2.28%
Copper:0.04mg
1.75%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.47%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.44%
Magnesium:5.07mg
1.27%
Potassium:37.39mg
1.07%