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Vanilla Cake on a Stick

Vanilla Cake on a Stick a fun kid birthday cake dessert idea, a yummy cake recipe that will be enjoyed by all. No dish or fork needed!

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 485 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian , Italian-American Fussion

Ingredients

FOR THE VANILLA CAKE
  • 1/2 cup milk (120 grams)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (100 grams)
  • 3/4 cup + 1 tablespoon sugar (162 grams)
  • 1 1/4 cups flour (163 grams)
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
NUTELLA / FROSTING
  • 1 cup Nutella (250 grams)
  • 1-1½ cups homemade or store bought frosting
  • 2-3 tablespoons chopped nuts, sprinkles, shredded coconut, chocolate chips etc

Instructions

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  1. Pre-heat oven to 350° (180° celsius), lightly grease and flour an 8 " (20 centimeter) cake pan.
FOR THE CAKE
  1. In a medium bowl on medium speed, beat together for approximately 2 minutes, the milk, oil, sugar, flour, and eggs then add baking powder and vanilla beat again until smooth.
  2. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake for approximately 30-35 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick. Remove from the oven and let cool completely. When cool place the cake on a wire rack.
  3. Cut the completely cooled cake into 8 equal slices (triangles), then cut a small slit in each triangle with a sharp knife, then push a popsicle stick gently into each slit.
  4. Place the cake on the rack over a cookie sheet, pour the frosting or ganache over each slice. Place in the fridge for about 30 minutes to set the frosting. Remove from the fridge and garnish each slice with your choice of toppings before serving. Enjoy!
NUTELLA / FROSTING
  1. In a small bowl add the Nutella or Frosting and place over a small pot of boiling water, stir until Nutella reaches an easy to pour constituency, but not too loose. You can also use the microwave, warm the Nutella or Frosting in the microwave at 10 second intervals, stirring between intervals continue until smooth and pourable.

Nutrition Information

Calories 485kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 58g (19%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 22g (110%) Cholesterol 28mg (9%) Sodium 34mg (1%) Potassium 317mg (9%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 40g (80%) Vitamin A 63IU (1%) Calcium 113mg (11%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 485

% Daily Value*

Calories 485kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 58g 19%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 22g 110%
Cholesterol 28mg 9%
Sodium 34mg 1%
Potassium 317mg 7%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 40g 80%
Vitamin A 63IU 1%
Calcium 113mg 11%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.