First Birthday Smash Cake

First Birthday Smash Cake
75 min.
24
143kcal

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Celebrating a first birthday is a momentous occasion, and what better way to mark this milestone than with a delightful First Birthday Smash Cake? This charming cake is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavors that both kids and adults will love. Made with a base of moist banana cake, this recipe combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich texture of cream cheese frosting, creating a treat that is perfect for little hands to smash and enjoy.

The cake is easy to prepare, making it a stress-free option for busy parents. With just a few simple ingredients, including a box of Betty Super Yellow Cake Mix and a touch of French vanilla yogurt, you can whip up a delicious dessert that will impress your guests. The addition of cereal for decoration adds a playful touch, making it a fun centerpiece for your birthday celebration.

Not only is this cake a feast for the eyes, but it also offers a balanced caloric breakdown, ensuring that your little one can indulge without too much guilt. With 24 servings, it's perfect for sharing with family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a memorable smash cake that will make your child's first birthday unforgettable!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix yellow
  • cup banana very ripe mashed (2 medium)
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  • 0.3 cup water 
  •  eggs 
  • oz cream cheese softened
  • oz vanilla yogurt french yoplait®
  • serving purple gel food coloring yellow
  • 0.5 cup corn flakes/bran flakes 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • cake form
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Grease with shortening or cooking spray bottom only of 1 (6-inch) round cake pan and place paper baking cups in 16 regular-size muffin cups.
  2. In large bowl, beat cake mix, bananas, oil, water and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally until smooth.
  3. Place 1 3/4 cups batter in 6-inch round pan. Spoon remaining batter into 16 lined muffin cups.
  4. Bake round cake 35 to 40 minutes and cupcakes for 18 to 23 minutes or until toothpick inserted in cake comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  5. In small bowl, beat cream cheese and yogurt on medium speed with electric mixer until creamy and smooth. Stir in the food color until mixture is desired color.
  6. To frost and decorate cake, slice 6-inch round cake horizontally to remove rounded top.
  7. Place cake cut side down on plate. Frost top and sides with cream cheese frosting.
  8. Place 2 rows of cereal around the bottom edge of side of cake.
  9. Place 1 row of cereal around top edge of cake. In top center of cake, arrange cereal to form the number one.
  10. Use remaining frosting to frost cupcakes. Top with cereal to decorate, if desired. Store cake and cupcakes in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories143kcal
Protein7.12%
Fat33.68%
Carbs59.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.42
Glycemic Load
1.21
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.6495652069216%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.38mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:142.56kcal
7.13%
Fat:5.41g
8.32%
Saturated Fat:2.64g
16.47%
Carbohydrates:21.39g
7.13%
Net Carbohydrates:20.81g
7.57%
Sugar:11.6g
12.89%
Cholesterol:30.36mg
10.12%
Sodium:203.67mg
8.86%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.57g
5.14%
Phosphorus:102.47mg
10.25%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.48%
Calcium:70.57mg
7.06%
Folate:25.67µg
6.42%
Selenium:3.99µg
5.71%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.66%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.53%
Iron:0.81mg
4.5%
Vitamin A:184.49IU
3.69%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.58%
Vitamin B3:0.7mg
3.5%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.84%
Vitamin E:0.43mg
2.84%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.84%
Vitamin K:2.56µg
2.44%
Fiber:0.57g
2.29%
Magnesium:8.42mg
2.1%
Potassium:72.53mg
2.07%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.91%
Copper:0.03mg
1.58%