Watermelon Cake

Dairy Free
Watermelon Cake
105 min.
16
320kcal

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Looking for a fun and unique dessert that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than this delightful Watermelon Cake! Perfect for summer gatherings, birthday parties, or any festive occasion, this cake is not only visually stunning but also completely dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

Imagine a vibrant, juicy watermelon slice transformed into a delicious cake that tastes as good as it looks. With its bright red and green colors, this cake captures the essence of summer and is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. The combination of fluffy white frosting and the playful addition of jelly beans and chocolate chips creates a delightful texture and flavor that will leave everyone wanting more.

What’s more, this Watermelon Cake is easy to make, taking just 105 minutes from start to finish. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll be able to whip up this show-stopping dessert in no time. Whether you choose to serve it as a centerpiece at your next gathering or as a sweet treat for a family dinner, this cake is bound to bring smiles and satisfaction to all who indulge. So grab your mixing bowl and get ready to create a dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 oz cherry gelatin unsweetened soft
  • 16 servings purple gel food coloring green red
  • container fluffy frosting white
  • 0.7 cup gourmet jelly beans green
  • 0.5 cup semisweet chocolate chips miniature
  • box cake mix white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F (325F for dark or nonstick pans). Grease or spray two 8- or 9-inch round cake pans. In small bowl, toss 1/2 cup of the chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of the cake mix. In large bowl, beat remaining cake mix, the water, oil, egg whites and drink mix with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in the 1/2 cup chocolate chips.
  2. Pour into pans.
  3. Bake and cool as directed on box for 8- or 9-inch rounds.
  4. In small bowl, stir 1 cup of the frosting with 10 to 12 drops green food color. Stir 10 to 12 drops red food color into remaining frosting. Frost sides of cakes with green frosting; press green jelly beans into frosting. Frost tops of cakes with red frosting; press remaining 2 tablespoons chocolate chips into frosting for seeds. If desired, cut cakes crosswise in half and arrange "slices" randomly on tray. To serve, cut into wedges. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories320kcal
Protein2.25%
Fat24.43%
Carbs73.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.69
Glycemic Load
8.43
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
4.229130445939%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:319.9kcal
15.99%
Fat:8.71g
13.4%
Saturated Fat:3.12g
19.48%
Carbohydrates:58.79g
19.6%
Net Carbohydrates:57.82g
21.03%
Sugar:41.32g
45.91%
Cholesterol:0.44mg
0.15%
Sodium:283.58mg
12.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:6.36mg
2.12%
Protein:1.8g
3.6%
Phosphorus:134.01mg
13.4%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.53%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.38%
Calcium:76.5mg
7.65%
Iron:1.16mg
6.42%
Folate:24.94µg
6.23%
Copper:0.12mg
6.07%
Vitamin E:0.77mg
5.11%
Selenium:3.55µg
5.07%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.05%
Vitamin K:5.16µg
4.91%
Vitamin B3:0.9mg
4.49%
Magnesium:17.05mg
4.26%
Fiber:0.97g
3.86%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.46%
Potassium:75.27mg
2.15%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.34%