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Rainbow Sprinkle Cake Slices

Apr9

As seen on WKTV NEWSChannel 2 Friday, April 4, 2014

Rainbow Sprinkle Cake Slices

Rainbow Sprinkle Cake Slices

A package of store-bought cake mix and pudding mix along with a sprinkling of multicolored candies and a few pantry staples is all it takes to prepare irresistible treats both children and adults will enjoy.

Perfect for backyard picnics, brunches, or just about any gathering, these moist and flavorful slices of cake are ideal for picking up and nibbling. Simply arrange slices on a variety of attractive white serving plates like this Chef’s Table Small Rectangular Platter from Oneida and let guests help themselves.

With minimal ingredients and a colorful array of candy sprinkles, it’s easy to create mouthwatering goodies everyone will like to bite into. Happy Spring!

RAINBOW SPRINKLE CAKE SLICES

1 (4-serving size) package instant vanilla pudding and pie filling mix
1 (16.5-ounce) package white cake mix with pudding in the mix
4 eggs
1 cup water
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup multicolored candy sprinkles, plus more for garnish
Whipped Cream Frosting
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with shortening; dust with flour; reserve 1/4 cup pudding mix for frosting (see below). In a large bowl, combine the remaining pudding mix, cake mix, eggs, water, and oil. Blend with an electric mixer on low speed until moistened, about 30 seconds. Increase speed to medium; beat 2 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup candy sprinkles. Transfer to prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 28 to 33 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Frost with Whipped Cream Frosting; garnish with candy sprinkles. Cut into slices. Makes 30 servings.

WHIPPED CREAM FROSTING

1/4 cup instant vanilla pudding and pie filling mix
1 pint heavy (or whipping) cream
In a medium bowl, combine pudding mix and heavy cream. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until thickened and peaks form.

Thanks to Oneida for providing serveware

Easy Spiked Lemonade

Mar1

As seen on WKTV NEWSChannel 2 Harried Housewife Easy Spiked Lemonade

Easy Spiked Lemonade

Easy Spiked Lemonade

Squeezed for time but would like to enjoy a glass of fresh-tasting lemonade spiked with a splash of vodka? Then grab a package of lemon flavored drink mix and a few pantry staples and you’ll be on your way to a refreshing glass of spiked lemonade in no time.

While most lemonade recipes call for making simple syrup, this recipe takes a shortcut and makes good use of packaged drink mix and a couple of lemons. No one will guess that this tangy drink takes only minutes to stir up—making it the perfect recipe to sip at any summertime get-together.

So when it comes to enjoying every drop of summer, this crowd-pleasing recipe makes it easy. Cheers!

EASY SPIKED LEMONADE

1 (2-quart serving size) envelope lemon flavor unsweetened soft drink mix
1 cup sugar
8 cups cold water
3/4 cup vodka
Juice of 1 medium lemon
1 medium lemon, sliced
Ice cubes
Fresh mint (optional)
In a large pitcher, combine drink mix, sugar, water, vodka, and lemon juice. Add sliced lemon; stir well. Place ice cubes in glasses; pour lemonade mixture over ice cubes. Garnish with fresh mint, if desired. Makes 8 servings.

You also can get this recipe and enter to win a copy of The Harried Housewife’s Cookbook here.