Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cake:
- 1 box white or vanilla cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, water)
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup fruit-flavored syrup (e.g., strawberry, lemon, or blueberry)
- Food coloring gel (pastel colors like pink, yellow, and blue)
- For the Frosting:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–3 tbsp milk (as needed for consistency)
- For the Topping:
- Shredded coconut (optional, dyed green for “grass”)
- Mini chocolate eggs or candy-coated chocolates
- Sprinkles or edible flowers
Instructions
- Baking the Cake: Prepare the cake batter according to the box instructions. Pour into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan and bake as directed. Let cool slightly, then use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly across the surface of the cake.
- Infusing the Flavors: In separate bowls, divide the sweetened condensed milk and mix in drops of food coloring gel to create different pastel shades. Carefully pour each colored mixture into alternating sections of the poked holes, allowing the flavors to soak into the cake. Let the cake cool completely.
- Making the Frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk, mixing until light and fluffy. Adjust the consistency with more milk if needed. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
- Decorating the Cake: Sprinkle dyed green shredded coconut over the frosted cake to resemble grass. Arrange mini chocolate eggs, candies, or sprinkles on top for a festive Easter look. Add edible flowers or additional decorations as desired. Chill before serving.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free cake mix and toppings.
- Vegan alternative: Use plant-based cake mix, dairy-free frosting, and egg substitutes.
- Storage tip: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add toppings just before serving for best results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking and Decorating
- Cuisine: American-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th to 1/15th of the cake)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg