Donut Drip Cake
Introduction
The Donut Drip Cake is a fun and eye-catching dessert that will impress your friends and family. With layers of fluffy pink cake, rich chocolate frosting, and delicious donuts on top, this cake is perfect for any celebration. It’s a sweet treat that’s sure to bring joy to any occasion!
Why Make This Recipe
Why choose a Donut Drip Cake? It’s a delightful blend of flavors and textures that everyone loves. The combination of moist cake, smooth chocolate ganache, and colorful sprinkles makes it a visual treat as well. Plus, it’s super easy to make, and you can customize it with your favorite types of donuts. It’s a great way to celebrate birthdays, parties, or any fun gathering!
How to Make Donut Drip Cake
Follow these simple steps to create your own Donut Drip Cake!
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Pink food coloring
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups chocolate frosting
- Assorted donuts
- Rainbow sprinkles
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Add a few drops of pink food coloring to the batter to achieve a light pink color.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool completely.
- To make the chocolate ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it begins to simmer. Pour it over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for a few minutes, then whisk until smooth.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and frost the top with some chocolate frosting.
- Add the second cake layer, then frost the entire cake with the remaining chocolate frosting.
- Pour the warm ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
- Press rainbow sprinkles around the base of the cake and sprinkle more on top.
- Arrange the assorted donuts on top and along the sides, securing them with extra frosting if needed.
How to Serve Donut Drip Cake
Serve the Donut Drip Cake sliced with a fork, or let guests take a donut directly from the top! This cake is good for parties, and everyone will enjoy the combination of flavors.
How to Store Donut Drip Cake
Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you need to keep it longer, you can refrigerate it for up to a week. Just remember to bring it to room temperature before serving for the best taste!
Tips to Make Donut Drip Cake
- Make sure your cake layers are completely cooled before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.
- You can customize the cake by using different types of donuts, like glazed, chocolate, or even filled donuts.
- If you want more chocolate flavor, you could add cocoa powder to the cake batter.
Variation
You can create a different flavor by using lemon or almond extract instead of vanilla. Additionally, using a cream cheese frosting instead of chocolate frosting will give it a tangy twist!
FAQs
Q: Can I use store-bought cake mix for this recipe?
A: Yes, you can use a store-bought cake mix if you want to save time. Just follow the instructions on the box and then add the ganache and donuts as directed.
Q: What if I don’t have heavy cream?
A: If you don’t have heavy cream, you can substitute it with milk, but the ganache may not be as rich and creamy.
Q: Can I freeze the Donut Drip Cake?
A: Yes, you can freeze the cake before adding the frosting and toppings. Just wrap it well in plastic wrap and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, let it thaw completely and then frost it.
Donut Drip Cake
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A fun and eye-catching dessert with layers of fluffy pink cake, rich chocolate frosting, and delicious donuts on top, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Pink food coloring
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups chocolate frosting
- Assorted donuts
- Rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Add a few drops of pink food coloring to the batter to achieve a light pink color.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool completely.
- To make the chocolate ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it begins to simmer. Pour it over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for a few minutes, then whisk until smooth.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and frost the top with some chocolate frosting.
- Add the second cake layer, then frost the entire cake with the remaining chocolate frosting.
- Pour the warm ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
- Press rainbow sprinkles around the base of the cake and sprinkle more on top.
- Arrange the assorted donuts on top and along the sides, securing them with extra frosting if needed.
Notes
Ensure cake layers are completely cooled before frosting to avoid melting the frosting. Customize the cake with various types of donuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cake, dessert, donuts, chocolate, celebration