Beehive Cake

Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Beehive Cake
70 min.
12
464kcal

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Indulge in the delightful sweetness of our Beehive Cake, a charming dessert that is sure to impress at any gathering! This dairy-free treat is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor, making it a perfect choice for those with dietary restrictions or anyone looking to enjoy a deliciously unique cake. With a preparation time of just 70 minutes, you can easily whip up this showstopper for birthdays, celebrations, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth.

The Beehive Cake features a moist and flavorful spice cake base, sweetened with the natural goodness of honey. Its layered design, resembling a beehive, is both fun and creative, making it a hit with kids and adults alike. The vibrant yellow frosting adds a cheerful touch, while the chocolate wafer serves as a whimsical entrance for our imaginary bees!

With 12 servings and only 464 calories per slice, this cake is a guilt-free indulgence that allows you to enjoy dessert without compromising on taste. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a stunning Beehive Cake that will leave everyone buzzing with delight!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup canola oil 
  •  chocolate wafer crumbs 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.5 cup honey 
  • package spice cake mix (regular size)
  • 16 ounces vanilla frosting canned
  • 1.3 cups water 
  • drops food coloring yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • toothpicks
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, eggs, honey and oil on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for two minutes. Grease and flour a 6-oz. and a 10-oz. custard cup and a 1-1/2-qt. round baking dish.
  2. Pour 1/3 cup batter into the 6-oz. cup, 1 cup batter into the 10-oz. cup and the remaining batter into the baking dish.
  3. Bake the small cake at 350° for 30-35 minutes, the medium cake for 40-45 minutes and the large cake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from dishes to wire racks to cool completely.
  4. In a large bowl, beat frosting and food coloring until smooth.
  5. Place large cake on a serving plate; spread with frosting. Top with medium cake; frost. Top with small cake; frost top and sides of entire cake.
  6. Using a wooden spoon and beginning at bottom of cake, make circles in frosting around cake to form the beehive. Position chocolate wafer at the base for the entrance.

Nutrition Facts

Calories464kcal
Protein2.89%
Fat37.31%
Carbs59.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.06
Glycemic Load
17.45
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
6.3004347474679%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:464.28kcal
23.21%
Fat:19.48g
29.97%
Saturated Fat:3.46g
21.61%
Carbohydrates:70.25g
23.42%
Net Carbohydrates:69.46g
25.26%
Sugar:55.95g
62.16%
Cholesterol:40.94mg
13.65%
Sodium:375.83mg
16.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.39g
6.78%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.23%
Iron:2.38mg
13.21%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.04%
Phosphorus:127.84mg
12.78%
Vitamin E:1.88mg
12.51%
Vitamin K:12.16µg
11.59%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.45%
Folate:30.92µg
7.73%
Selenium:4.49µg
6.41%
Copper:0.13mg
6.38%
Vitamin B3:1.24mg
6.18%
Potassium:184.39mg
5.27%
Calcium:49.69mg
4.97%
Fiber:0.79g
3.18%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
3.04%
Magnesium:11.8mg
2.95%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.45%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.01%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.65%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.47%
Vitamin A:60.81IU
1.22%