Candy Cane Cake

Dairy Free
Popular
Candy Cane Cake
140 min.
12
200kcal

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Get ready to indulge in a festive delight with our Candy Cane Cake! This delightful dessert is not only dairy-free but also a crowd-pleaser, making it perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion. With its vibrant red and white swirls, this cake is as visually stunning as it is delicious, capturing the essence of the holiday season in every slice.

Imagine the soft, fluffy texture of a classic white cake, enhanced by the refreshing flavor of peppermint. The addition of crushed candy canes on top adds a delightful crunch and a burst of minty sweetness that will leave your taste buds dancing. Each bite is a perfect balance of sweetness and festive cheer, making it an ideal treat for both kids and adults alike.

Not only is this Candy Cane Cake a feast for the eyes and the palate, but it’s also easy to make! With just a few simple steps, you can create a stunning centerpiece for your dessert table. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or simply want to bring a little joy to your day, this cake is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let’s get baking!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix white
  • 0.5 teaspoon food coloring red
  • 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract 
  • cup powdered sugar 
  • tablespoon water 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla 
  • serving peppermint candies hard crushed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • cake form

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Generously grease and flour 12-cup fluted tube cake pan. Make cake batter as directed on box.
  2. Pour about 2 cups batter into pan. In small bowl, pour about 3/4 cup batter; stir in food color and peppermint extract. Carefully pour pink batter over white batter in pan. Carefully pour remaining white batter over pink batter.
  3. Bake and cool cake as directed on box.
  4. In small bowl, mix white icing ingredients. If necessary, stir in additional milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until smooth and spreadable.
  5. Spread over cake.
  6. Sprinkle crushed candy on top. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories200kcal
Protein3.52%
Fat7.08%
Carbs89.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.83
Glycemic Load
0.06
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.2860869532046%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:200.47kcal
10.02%
Fat:1.59g
2.45%
Saturated Fat:0.84g
5.26%
Carbohydrates:45.15g
15.05%
Net Carbohydrates:44.67g
16.24%
Sugar:28.01g
31.12%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:298.86mg
12.99%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.26%
100%
Protein:1.78g
3.55%
Phosphorus:145.21mg
14.52%
Calcium:94.53mg
9.45%
Folate:30.16µg
7.54%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.24%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.63%
Selenium:3.77µg
5.38%
Vitamin B3:1.03mg
5.15%
Iron:0.85mg
4.7%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.47%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.5%
Fiber:0.47g
1.9%
Copper:0.04mg
1.8%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.33%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.27%
Magnesium:4.79mg
1.2%
Vitamin K:1.16µg
1.11%