Building Blocks Cakes

Dairy Free
Building Blocks Cakes
250 min.
12
182kcal

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Are you ready to unleash your inner child and create a delightful dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat? Introducing Building Blocks Cakes, a whimsical treat that’s perfect for parties, celebrations, or simply a creative afternoon in the kitchen! This dairy-free dessert is not only visually appealing but also a delicious way to indulge your sweet tooth without the guilt.

Imagine vibrant layers of cake, each adorned with colorful frosting and topped with fluffy marshmallow blocks that resemble your favorite childhood toys. With a preparation time of just over four hours, this recipe allows you to immerse yourself in the joy of baking while crafting a stunning centerpiece for your dessert table. Each slice is a burst of flavor, with a delightful combination of textures that will leave your guests raving.

Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, a family gathering, or just want to impress your friends with your baking skills, Building Blocks Cakes is sure to be a hit. The playful design and bright colors make it a fantastic choice for kids and adults alike. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a masterpiece that’s not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the taste buds!

Ingredients

  • 12 large marshmallows cut in half crosswise
  • containers vanilla frosting 
  • box cake mix yellow
  • 12 servings frangelico blue red yellow
  • 12 servings frangelico with wrapping paper and plastic food wrap or foil (15xes)
  • 12 servings frangelico blue red yellow
  • 12 servings frangelico with wrapping paper and plastic food wrap or foil (15xes)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • serrated knife

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F (325F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease or spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan.
  2. Make and bake cake mix as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan. Cool in pan 10 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Refrigerate or freeze cake about 1 hour or until firm.
  3. Meanwhile, in small bowl for each color, tint 1 cup frosting red, 1 cup frosting yellow and 2/3 cup frosting blue with food colors. Leave remaining frosting white.
  4. Using serrated knife, cut rounded dome from top of cake to make flat surface; place cake cut side down.
  5. Cut cake crosswise into thirds.
  6. Cut one of the thirds in half crosswise to make 2 squares.
  7. Place cake pieces on tray.
  8. To seal in crumbs, frost top and sides of 1 square cake with thin layer of blue frosting and 1 square cake with thin layer of white frosting. Frost 1 rectangular cake with thin layer of yellow frosting and 1 rectangular cake with thin layer of red frosting. Refrigerate or freeze 30 to 60 minutes to set frosting.
  9. Add final coat of frosting to each cake. Frost 4 marshmallow halves with blue frosting; place in square design on blue cake. Frost 4 marshmallow halves with white frosting; place in square design on white cake. Frost 8 marshmallow halves with yellow frosting; place on yellow cake. Frost 8 marshmallow halves with red frosting; place on red cake. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories182kcal
Protein3.75%
Fat6.08%
Carbs90.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.63
Glycemic Load
3.49
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.1717391065929%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:181.5kcal
9.08%
Fat:1.24g
1.91%
Saturated Fat:0.71g
4.42%
Carbohydrates:41.31g
13.77%
Net Carbohydrates:40.79g
14.83%
Sugar:22.79g
25.32%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:319.55mg
13.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.72g
3.44%
Phosphorus:134.15mg
13.41%
Calcium:91.12mg
9.11%
Folate:29.38µg
7.34%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.64%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.89%
Iron:0.91mg
5.07%
Vitamin B3:1mg
5.02%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.14%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.66%
Fiber:0.52g
2.1%
Selenium:1.41µg
2.02%
Copper:0.04mg
1.89%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.67%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.57%
Vitamin K:1.27µg
1.21%
Magnesium:4.45mg
1.11%