Wearing O The Green Cake Recipe

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this festive and delicious Wearing O' the Green Cake! Inspired by Taste of Home, this easy recipe features a moist cake base infused with a vibrant green gelatin topping and creamy pudding filling. Perfect for parties or a special treat, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. Get ready to impress your guests with this stunning and flavorful dessert!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 401.5 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Wearing O The Green Cake

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How to Make Wearing O The Green Cake

  1. Prepare and bake a 13x9x2 inch box cake mix according to package directions in a greased 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. Cool completely for at least 1 hour.
  3. In a small bowl, dissolve 1 package (1 ounce) of unflavored gelatin in 1/2 cup of boiling water.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup of cold water and set aside until slightly thickened.
  5. Using a meat fork or wooden skewer, poke holes approximately 2 inches apart all over the cooled cake.
  6. Slowly pour the gelatin mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the gelatin to set.
  8. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of milk and 1 (3.4 ounce) package of instant vanilla pudding mix for 2 minutes, or until soft peaks form.
  9. Gently fold in 1 (8 ounce) container of whipped topping.
  10. Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the set gelatin layer on the cake.
  11. Decorate with green sprinkles or other festive toppings.
  12. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

191g

Fat

30g

Carbs

19g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Wearing O The Green Cake?

Wearing O The Green Cake takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Wearing O The Green Cake?

Wearing O The Green Cake has approximately 401.5 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 25 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Wearing O The Green Cake?

The key ingredients for Wearing O The Green Cake are White Cake Mix, Egg Whites, Oil, Water, Lime Gelatin, Boiling Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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