Easy Easter Layer Cake with Cake Mix
Brighten your Easter celebration with this Easy Easter Layer Cake featuring fluffy cake layers and pastel-hued frosting. This delightful cake is not only visually stunning but also incredibly simple to make, ensuring every bite is filled with joy and nostalgia. Perfect for gatherings, this recipe transforms basic ingredients into a show-stopping dessert that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box cake mix (chocolate or vanilla)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- Edible decorations (sprinkles or edible flowers)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and tap to release air bubbles.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Frost between each layer and decorate as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding almond extract or fresh fruit between layers. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to one week.