LADYBUG CAKE
This cake will steal the show at your next party. It is really easy to make. I baked the batter in a bowl, colored the frosting a vivid red with paste food coloring and used licorice and gumdrop trims.-Lenore Walters, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, water, oil, eggs and mayonnaise on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased and floured 2-qt. ovenproof bowl., Bake at 350° for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from bowl to a wire rack to cool completely. Place on a serving plate., In a small bowl, combine frosting and food coloring. Spread over cake. For eyes, flatten white gumdrops and shape into ovals; place on ladybug. Cut black gumdrops horizontally into three slices; discard tops. Slightly flatten slices; place two on white gumdrops for pupils, securing with a toothpick if necessary. Arrange remaining slices on body for spots, pressing down gently., Cut rope licorice into six pieces; insert into cake for legs. Cut a small piece from the shoestring licorice; add for mouth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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