Candy Cane Angel Cake

Candy Cane Angel Cake
170 min.
12
198kcal

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Indulge in the festive spirit with our delightful Candy Cane Angel Cake, a dessert that perfectly captures the essence of the holiday season. This light and airy cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the taste buds, combining the classic flavors of peppermint and vanilla in a stunning presentation. With its vibrant red swirls and a sprinkle of crushed peppermint candies on top, this cake is sure to be the centerpiece of your holiday gatherings.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity. Using a convenient box of Betty Angel Food Cake Mix, you can whip up this enchanting dessert in just a few steps. The addition of peppermint extract and red food coloring transforms a traditional angel food cake into a festive masterpiece that will impress your family and friends. Each slice is light, fluffy, and bursting with the refreshing taste of peppermint, making it a perfect ending to any holiday meal.

Whether you're hosting a holiday party or looking for a sweet treat to share with loved ones, this Candy Cane Angel Cake is a must-try. With only 198 calories per serving, you can enjoy a slice (or two!) without the guilt. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz angel food cake mix 
  • 1.3 cups water cold
  • 0.5 teaspoon purple gel food coloring red
  • teaspoon peppermint extract 
  • 0.8 cup powdered sugar 
  • tablespoons milk 
  • 0.5 cup peppermint candies soft crushed finely

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • hand mixer
  • cake form
  • spatula
  • funnel

Directions

  1. Move oven rack to lowest position (remove other racks).
  2. Heat oven to 350°F. In extra-large glass or metal bowl, beat cake mix and cold water with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 1 minute.
  3. Pour about 3 cups batter into ungreased 10-inch angel food (tube) cake pan. Into small bowl, pour about 3/4 cup batter; stir in food color and peppermint extract until blended. Carefully spoon red batter over white batter in pan. Carefully spoon remaining white batter over red batter and swirl with knife.
  4. Bake 40 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. Immediately turn pan upside down onto heatproof funnel or bottle. Cool completely, about 2 hours. Loosen cake by running long metal spatula along edge of pan.
  5. Place serving plate upside down on pan. Turn plate and pan over; remove pan.
  6. In small bowl, mix powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon milk; stir in enough remaining milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until thin enough to drizzle.
  7. Drizzle over cake; top with crushed candies.

Nutrition Facts

Calories198kcal
Protein4.96%
Fat0.65%
Carbs94.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9
Glycemic Load
4.71
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.0486956480081%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:197.92kcal
9.9%
Fat:0.14g
0.22%
Saturated Fat:0.05g
0.29%
Carbohydrates:46.84g
15.61%
Net Carbohydrates:46.65g
16.97%
Sugar:35.41g
39.34%
Cholesterol:0.15mg
0.05%
Sodium:312.68mg
13.59%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.18%
100%
Protein:2.46g
4.92%
Phosphorus:128.67mg
12.87%
Selenium:4.83µg
6.9%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.14%
Calcium:60.27mg
6.03%
Folate:15.88µg
3.97%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.74%
Copper:0.04mg
2.03%
Magnesium:4.61mg
1.15%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.05%
Potassium:36.92mg
1.05%