Festive Irish Shamrock Delight Cake
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this delightful Festive Irish Shamrock Delight Cake, a fun and vibrant dessert that's as delicious as it is easy to make! Combining the rich flavor of chocolate pudding with a light and colorful green cake, this single-layer treat is perfect for smaller gatherings or a sweet family celebration. With everyday ingredients you likely already have on hand, you can whip up this charming cake in no time. Top it off with fluffy whipped cream and decorative green sugar or edible shamrocks for a festive touch that’s sure to impress. If you have a bigger crowd to please, simply double the recipe for a fabulous 13x9 inch cake! Enjoy a slice of luck this St. Patrick's Day!
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Chocolate (or Vanilla) Pudding Mix
4 ounces (1 box)
Milk
2 cups (divided)
All-purpose Flour
1 1/3 cups (sifted)
Sugar
2/3 cup (granulated)
Baking Powder
2 teaspoons (sifted)
Butter
1/4 cup (softened)
Egg
1 (large)
Vanilla Extract
2 teaspoons (pure)
Green Food Coloring
1 tablespoon (liquid)
Cool Whip (or Whipped Cream)
2 cups (for topping)
Green Decorative Sugar
to taste (for garnish)
Instructions
1
Begin by preparing the pudding according to package instructions using 2 cups of milk. If you prefer a creamier texture, consider using the cooked chocolate pudding variation. Once made, cover the pudding with plastic wrap pressed directly onto its surface to prevent a skin from forming and chill it in the refrigerator.
2
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan to ensure easy removal of the cake once baked.
3
In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/3 cups of all-purpose flour, 2/3 cup of sugar, and 2 teaspoons of baking powder. Stir these dry ingredients together.
4
Add in 2/3 cup of milk, 1/4 cup of softened butter, 1 egg, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of green food coloring. Use a mixer to blend the ingredients on low speed until combined. Then, increase the speed to medium and beat for an additional minute until smooth.
5
Pour the cake batter into the prepared cake pan and bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6
Once done, allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Carefully remove the cake from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
7
To assemble your shamrock cake, place the cooled cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the chilled pudding evenly over the top of the cake. Next, gently spread the Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream over the pudding layer.
8
For a visually stunning finish, sprinkle green decorative sugar, beads, or festive shamrock decorations over the whipped cream. Feel free to use any additional edible decorations to personalize your cake.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Festive Irish Shamrock Delight Cake?
It is a festive and easy-to-make dessert for St. Patrick's Day featuring a green cake base topped with chocolate pudding and whipped cream.
What special occasion is this cake designed for?
The cake is specifically designed to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
What size pan is needed for this recipe?
This recipe requires an 8-inch round cake pan.
Can I make this cake for a larger group?
Yes, you can double the recipe to fit a 13x9 inch cake pan.
What oven temperature is required?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How long does the cake take to bake?
The cake should bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
How do I test if the cake is done?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What is the first step in the recipe?
Prepare the pudding according to the package instructions using 2 cups of milk and let it chill.
How do I keep a skin from forming on the pudding?
Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding before chilling.
Can I use a different type of pudding?
Yes, you can use either chocolate or vanilla pudding mix, and a cooked version can be used for a creamier texture.
What dry ingredients are used for the cake batter?
The dry ingredients are 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour, 2/3 cup sugar, and 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
What wet ingredients are needed for the batter?
You will need 2/3 cup milk, 1/4 cup softened butter, 1 egg, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon green food coloring.
How much green food coloring should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of green food coloring to achieve a vibrant green color.
What is the correct mixing method for the batter?
Blend on low speed until combined, then increase to medium and beat for an additional minute until smooth.
How should the cake pan be prepared?
The 8-inch round cake pan should be greased and floured.
How long should the cake cool in the pan?
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing it.
Where should the cake finish cooling?
Once removed from the pan, let it cool completely on a wire rack.
How do I assemble the layers of the cake?
Place the cooled cake on a plate, spread the chilled pudding over the top, then layer on the whipped cream.
What kind of topping is used?
You can use Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream as the final layer.
How can I decorate the cake?
Garnish with green decorative sugar, beads, or edible shamrock decorations.
Is this a difficult recipe?
No, it is a simple recipe using everyday ingredients.
How much flour is in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1 1/3 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much butter is used?
You will need 1/4 cup of softened butter.
How many eggs are required?
The recipe calls for 1 large egg.
What type of milk is used for the pudding?
You should use 2 cups of milk as per the pudding package instructions.
What size is the pudding mix?
A standard 4-ounce box of pudding mix is used.
How much vanilla extract is added?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
What kind of sugar is in the cake?
Use 2/3 cup of granulated sugar for the batter.
Can I personalize the decorations?
Yes, feel free to use any edible decorations to personalize your shamrock cake.
What is the texture of the cake base?
The cake is a light and colorful single-layer treat that pairs well with the creamy pudding layer.