Rainbow Angel Cake

Dairy Free
Rainbow Angel Cake
180 min.
12
302kcal

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Indulge in a delightful dessert that brings a burst of color and flavor to your table with this Rainbow Angel Cake! Perfect for celebrations or simply to brighten up your day, this cake is not only visually stunning but also dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. With its light and airy texture, this angel food cake is a classic favorite that everyone will love.

Imagine slicing into a cake that reveals vibrant layers of red, yellow, and green, each infused with a hint of citrus from the grated lemon or orange peel. The combination of flavors and colors is sure to impress your guests and make any occasion feel special. Topped with a smooth, drizzled vanilla frosting and adorned with charming candy fruit chews, this cake is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the palate.

With a preparation time of just 180 minutes, you can easily whip up this show-stopping dessert. Whether you're hosting a birthday party, a family gathering, or just want to treat yourself, the Rainbow Angel Cake is a delightful way to celebrate life's sweet moments. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a masterpiece that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz angel food cake mix 
  • 1.3 cups water cold
  • teaspoon orange zest grated
  • serving liquid smoke green red yellow
  • 16 oz vanilla frosting (from 1-lb container)
  • 12 square m&m candies 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • hand mixer
  • cake form
  • microwave

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, water and lemon peel with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds; beat on medium speed 1 minute.
  3. Divide batter evenly among 3 bowls. Gently stir 6 to 8 drops of one food color into each of the batters.
  4. Pour red batter into ungreased 10-inch angel food (tube) cake pan. (Do not use fluted tube cake pan or 9-inch angel food pan or batter will overflow.) Spoon yellow batter over red batter. Spoon green batter over top.
  5. Bake 37 to 47 minutes or until top is dark golden brown and cracks feel very dry and not sticky. Do not underbake. Immediately turn pan upside down onto glass bottle until cake is completely cool, about 2 hours. Run knife around edges of cake; remove from pan to serving plate.
  6. Spoon 1/2 cup of the frosting into microwavable bowl. Microwave uncovered on High about 15 seconds or until frosting can be stirred smooth and is thin enough to drizzle. (Or spoon frosting into 1-quart saucepan and heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until thin enough to drizzle.)
  7. Drizzle over cake.
  8. Place remaining frosting in decorating bag with writing tip. Pipe a ribbon and bow on each candy square to look like a wrapped package. Arrange packages on top of cake. Store loosely covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories302kcal
Protein3.25%
Fat19.14%
Carbs77.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.58
Glycemic Load
11.04
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.8421738975398%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:301.53kcal
15.08%
Fat:6.46g
9.94%
Saturated Fat:1.29g
8.06%
Carbohydrates:58.95g
19.65%
Net Carbohydrates:58.71g
21.35%
Sugar:47.66g
52.95%
Cholesterol:0.15mg
0.05%
Sodium:382.45mg
16.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.47g
4.94%
Phosphorus:134.22mg
13.42%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.66%
Selenium:4.8µg
6.86%
Calcium:61.18mg
6.12%
Folate:18.95µg
4.74%
Vitamin K:4.95µg
4.72%
Vitamin E:0.58mg
3.86%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.68%
Copper:0.04mg
1.99%
Potassium:47.6mg
1.36%
Vitamin B5:0.12mg
1.21%
Magnesium:4.84mg
1.21%