Harvest Corn Cake Delight
This Harvest Corn Cake Delight is the perfect festive centerpiece for your fall dinner gatherings. Inspired by a nostalgic 1998 Crafting Traditions magazine, this delightful dessert resembles a cob of corn, complete with colorful Reese's Pieces as 'kernels' and charming paper corn stalks. Made easy with a box of yellow cake mix, this cake delivers comforting flavors and a fun presentation that will wow your guests. Ideal for enjoying during autumn celebrations or Thanksgiving dinners, it balances simplicity with a touch of creativity, making it a must-try for anyone looking to add a playful dessert to their menu.
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Servings
225
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Yellow cake mix
1 (9 ounce) box (Use as directed on the box)
Egg
1 (As instructed on the cake mix box)
Water
1/2 cup (As instructed on the cake mix box)
Vanilla frosting
1 (16 ounce) can (Ready to use)
Reese's Pieces
2 (16 ounce) packages (Unpackaged for decoration)
Brown paper bag
1 (Cut into strips for corn stalks)
Cardboard
1 piece (To support the cake)
Twine or yarn
1 length (For tying corn stalks)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven and bake the cake in a 9-inch round pan according to the instructions on the box.
2
Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then carefully turn it out onto a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
3
After the cake has cooled, place it in the deep freezer for approximately 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to cut.
4
Using a sharp knife, slice the chilled cake into three elliptical sections that resemble corn cobs.
5
On a piece of cardboard or a serving platter, place the cake pieces and spread a generous layer of vanilla frosting over them.
6
Decorate the frosted cake with Reese's Pieces, arranging them to mimic the appearance of corn kernels on the cobs.
7
To create the corn stalks, take the brown paper bag and cut it into long strips. Roll or fold the strips to give them texture and shape, and arrange them around the cake.
8
Finally, tie twine or yarn around the top of the corn stalks to secure them and add a rustic touch to your Harvest Corn Cake Delight.
Nutrition Information
9
Fat
34.5
Carbs
2.25
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harvest Corn Cake Delight?
It is a festive dessert centerpiece shaped like a cob of corn, decorated with candy and paper stalks.
What does the cake resemble?
The cake is designed to resemble a cob of corn, complete with colorful kernels and rustic paper stalks.
What inspired this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a 1998 Crafting Traditions magazine.
What type of cake mix is used?
The recipe calls for one 9-ounce box of yellow cake mix.
How many eggs are needed?
One egg is required, as directed on the cake mix box.
How much water should be added?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of water.
What size pan is recommended for baking?
The cake should be baked in a 9-inch round pan.
How long should the cake cool in the pan?
It should cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before being turned out onto a wire rack.
Why is the cake placed in the freezer?
The cake is placed in the freezer to firm up, which makes it easier to cut into shapes.
How long should the cake be frozen?
It should stay in the deep freezer for approximately 30 minutes.
How is the cake shaped into corn cobs?
Use a sharp knife to slice the chilled cake into three elliptical sections.
How many sections is the cake cut into?
The cake is sliced into three sections to create the corn cob shapes.
What kind of frosting is used?
A 16-ounce can of vanilla frosting is used to cover the cake sections.
What candy serves as the corn kernels?
Reese's Pieces are used to mimic the appearance of corn kernels.
How many packages of Reese's Pieces are required?
The recipe requires two 16-ounce packages of Reese's Pieces.
How do you make the corn stalks?
Cut a brown paper bag into strips and roll or fold them to give them texture and shape.
What is used to secure the corn stalks?
Twine or yarn is tied around the top of the stalks to secure them.
What should be used to support the cake?
A piece of cardboard or a serving platter can be used to support the cake pieces.
Is this recipe suitable for Thanksgiving?
Yes, it is specifically described as ideal for Thanksgiving dinners and autumn celebrations.
How many calories are in a serving?
Each serving contains 225 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 9 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates does it contain?
There are 34.5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content?
Each serving provides 2.25 grams of protein.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
The recipe consists of 8 total ingredients, including decorative elements.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
The tags include dessert, cake, fall, thanksgiving, and festive.
What is the preparation for the Reese's Pieces?
They should be unpackaged and ready for decoration.
What type of knife should be used?
A sharp knife is recommended for slicing the chilled cake.
Is the brown paper bag edible?
No, the brown paper bag is for decorative purposes to create corn stalks.
What flavor is the cake?
The cake has a yellow cake flavor with vanilla frosting.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it is described as being made easy with a box of yellow cake mix.