EASTER BASKET CAKE

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One of the two ways I have made this cake for Easter. This was one of my very first cakes for a holiday or get together I have made. It was a hit the first year I made it. Every year I try to make it a new way.

Provided by Vanessa "Nikita" Milare

Categories     Cakes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pkg peeps marshmallow chicks
1 pkg assorted jelly bean candy
1 box cake mix, any flavor
2 can(s) vanilla or chocolate frosting
1 c coconut, shredded
1 oz food coloring any color
1/3 c water

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare cake mix according to the packagefor making two 8 inch round cakes. bake cakes & let cool.
  • 2. To layer,place one cake on a plate & top with the frosting. Place second cake on top. Lightly frost entire cake.
  • 3. Chill cake in refrigerator for one hour. Add second coating of frosting. Using a large serving fork, create vertical & horizontal lines to make basket weave design in the frosting on side of cake.
  • 4. Spead coconut shavings onto a tray.Mix in the green food coloring with 1/3cup of water in a spray bottle.Spray the colored water onto the coconut & mix well.
  • 5. Place on top of the cake. Then place the Mallow PEEPS orelly beans on the coconut.

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