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ONE BOWL CHOCOLATE CAKE

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This One Bowl Chocolate Cake is nearly as easy to make as a boxed mix. This simple, classic recipe results in a perfect chocolate cake every time! PREP TIME 5 MINUTES COOK TIME 40 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 45 MINUTES INGREDIENTS ONE BOWL CHOCOLATE CAKE 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups sugar 3/4 cup cocoa powder 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 large eggs 1 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 cup very hot water EASY CHOCOLATE BUTTERMILK FROSTING 1/2 cup 1 stick butter 4 tablespoons cocoa powder 6 tablespoons buttermilk 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 16 ounces 4 cups powdered sugar, or as needed to reach desired consistency 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts optional INSTRUCTIONS ⇆ INSTRUCTIONS For the Cake:Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 13" x 9" baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Using ...

CLASSIC STOVETOP BEEF STEW

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Tender chunks of beef, vibrant veggies, and creamy potatoes all cook together in a deliciously seasoned sauce in one pot on the stove. This Classic Stovetop Beef Stew is a recipe that never goes out of style. PREP TIME 15 MINUTES COOK TIME 2 HOURS TOTAL TIME 2 HOURS 15 MINUTES Change the number in the box above to adjust serving size. Please note that size of cookware and cook time may vary. CLASSIC STOVETOP BEEF STEW INGREDIENTS BEEF STEW SEASONING MIX 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt 1 teaspoon dried crushed rosemary 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried marjoram 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper BEEF STEW 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus additional as needed 2 pounds beef stew meat 1 cup diced white or yellow onion 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 teaspoon minced garlic 3 tablespoons tomato paste 1 cup medium to full-bodied red wine (like Cabernet, Zinfandel, or Merlot) 2 cups low-sodium beef broth 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 bay leaf 1 pound baby yellow or red ...

Cream Cheese Pound Cake

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Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups butter, softened at room temp 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened at room temp 3 cups sugar 6 large eggs 3 cups all-purpose flour 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Directions: ⇆ Directions: Beat butter and cream cheese at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy (do not over beat) gradually add sugar, beating well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating until combined. Crack eggs into a bowl first before adding to the mixture to make sure you avoid shells in the cake mix. Sift 3 cups of flour. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to butter mixture, beating at low speed just until blended after each addition. Stir in vanilla from the huge 1 liter Mexican vanilla bottle my mother in law shared with me. Pour batter into a greased and floured 10-inch Bundt pan. Smooth the top of the cake or bottom of the cake (depending how you look at it) with a spatula to even it out. Bake at 300° for 1 hour and 40 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in ce...

Cajun Chicken An Broccoli Alfredo

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Ingredients: Salt 1 pound penne or other small pasta 2 cups broccoli florets 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast cutlets 2-3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (see notes) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup dry white wine 2 cups heavy cream 2 cups (8 ounces) Wisconsin parmesan cheese, shredded Salt and pepper. How to Make It: Heat oven to 200°F. In large pot, bring 4 quarts salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 9 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving cooking water. Set pasta aside. Return cooking water to boil. Add broccoli; boil until just tender and bright green, about 2 minutes. Plunge immediately into bowl of ice water. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, sprinkle both sides of chicken generously with Cajun seasoning. In large skillet, heat oil until shimmering. Arrange chicken in single layer and sauté, flipping once, until temperature on internal thermometer reaches 155°F, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet, cover...

How To Make Lemon Pepper Chicken!!

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Hey Chicken Lovers!! wants to have a mouthblasting juicy chicken , then try my Lemon Pepper Chicken. About Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe: It’s a zest flavorful and very juicy Chicken recipe that make your belly flattering. Health benefits of lemon pepper seasoning. It is fat and carbohydrate free: The ingredients that make up lemon pepper provide 0 calories from fat or carbohydrates in each 1-teaspoon serving. It can be low in sodium. You can have it in your lunch and dinner. Ingredients of Lemon Pepper Chicken: Chicken breasts- 350 grams (as per your quantity) 2 Big Lemons 1 cup of chicken broth(optional)/water 2 tablespoon pepper 3 cloves garlic 4 tablespoon of olive oil 1 tablespoon of butter 2 tablespoon of cornflour 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon oregano(optional) Salt as per taste Procedure To Make Lemon Pepper Chicken: ⇆ Procedure To Make Lemon Pepper Chicken: Wash chicken breasts well and pat dry them and keep them aside. Take 1 lemon and remove the zest and keep the zest asid...

Shepherd’s Pie

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Shepherd's pie is down home comfort food and it is simple to make with this homemade recipe. Oven baked casserole that is made with ground beef, mashed potatoes, corn, peas and cheddar cheese. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes Servings: 8 people Ingredients : 3 pounds lean ground beef 1 onion , diced 2 garlic cloves , minced 1 tbsp flour 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 2 tbsp tomato paste 2 cups beef broth 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables , corn, peas, carrots, etc. 6 potatoes , peeled and quartered 2 tbsp butter 1 cup milk 1 cup cheddar cheese , grated  US Customary - Metric Instructions : ⇆ Instructions : Brown ground beef in a skillet or dutch oven. Drain. Stir the onion and garlic with the beef and continue to saute until the onion is transparent, about 5-6 minutes. Stir in the flour, worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, black pepper, tomato paste, beef broth, and frozen mixed vegetables. Bri...

TRIFLE RECIPE WITH WHITE CHOCOLATE CREAM AND STRAWBERRIES

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Trifle recipe with white chocolate cream and strawberries. Prep Time 1 hr Cook Time 0 mins Total Time 1 hr  This easy white chocolate cream and strawberry trifle is served in individual glasses but the recipe can also be used to fill a traditional trifle bowl. Course: Dessert Cuisine: American, English Keyword: easy, strawberries, trifle, white chocolate Servings: 8 Calories: 411 kcal Author: Makos Ingredients : For the fruit: 2 cups (250 grams) chopped strawberries, fresh or frozen 1/3 cup (70 grams) white sugar 1 cup blueberries, rusberries, cranberries or mixed berries For the white chocolate cream: 8.5 oz (240 grams) white chocolate, chopped 1 cup (240 grams) heavy cream, 35% fat (you will heat this) 1 cup (240 grams) very cold heavy cream, 35% fat (you will whip this) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or 1 teaspoon mahlab seeds and 1/8 teaspoon ground mastic) For the sponge: 24-26 savoiardi biscuits (about 300 grams) or 3-4 cups sponge cake, cut in small cubes 1/2 cup milk 1-2 table...

Cajun Chicken Pasta

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Ingredients : 4 ounces linguine pasta 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning 2 tablespoons butter 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 4 fresh mushrooms, sliced 1 green onion, chopped 1 cup heavy cream 1/4 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Directions : ⇆ Directions : 1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. 2. Place the chicken and the Cajun seasoning in a plastic bag. Shake to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the chicken in butter or margarine until almost tender (5 to 7 minutes). 3. Add the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, mushrooms and green onion. Saute and stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat. 4. Add the cream, basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper. Heat through. Add the cooked linguine, t...

Strawberry Tuxedo Cake

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This stunning strawberry tuxedo cake is a fun and fruity take on my original tuxedo cake and I think you’ll love it! It’s made with tender chocolate and vanilla cake layers, no-bake chocolate cheesecake layers and loads of strawberries. And let’s not forget about the chocolate ganache and caramel sauce! It’s a chocolate strawberry cheesecake cake – what more can you ask for?! I used my ‘Chocolate Ganache Recipe’, my ‘Berry Whipped Cream Frosting’ and my ‘Chocolate Cake Recipe’ to put this towering cake together! How To Make a Tuxedo Cake If you’ve never tried Tuxedo Cake, you’re in for a real treat! I love the different flavors and textures of this incredible cake. I made this version with my chocolate cake and my vanilla cake. I used half a recipe of each, or you can follow the simplified recipe I have down below in the instructions. I use these basic cake recipes for almost all of my cakes! Each cake layer is soaked generously with chocolate and caramel sauce, then topped with sliced...

Carrot Cake Recipe

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Ingredients: 2 cups of finely grated carrots Half a cup of raisins Half a cup of pecan nuts 250ml brown sugar 15ml ground cinnamon 3 large eggs 1 tablespoon mixed spice 180 ml olive oil 125ml plain yoghurt or sour milk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups cake flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg Pinch of salt For topping: 225g cream cheese 1 tablespoon of lemon juice Half a cup unsalted butter 180ml of icing sugar 30 ml) fresh cream 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Directions: ⇆ Directions: Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius.Greaseyour pan and set aside. In a large bowl combine the brown sugar and oil. Beat in the yogurt until fully combined.Add the eggs, one at a time,Mix in the vanilla. Set aside. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined and do not overmix. Fold in the finely shredded carrots and pecan pieces. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake cake for 30 to 40 m...

Chocolate Mud Cake

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Ingredients : 2 cups white sugar 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1 cup milk 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup boiling water 3/4 cup butter 1 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder 5 1/3 cups confectioners’ sugar 2/3 cup milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Method Step 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9 inch cake pans. Step 2 Use the first set of ingredients to make the cake. In a medium bowl, stir together the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Add the eggs, milk, oil and vanilla, mix for 3 minutes with an electric mixer. Stir in the boiling water by hand. Pour evenly into the two prepared pans. Step 3 Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to cool completely. Step 4 To make the frosting, use the second set ...

King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese

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Hands-on Time : 20 Mins Total Time : 45 Mins Yield Makes 6 servings Prepare to be amazed: Two of the South’s favorite casseroles just came together in the ultimate skillet dinner. If you haven’t already met, allow us to introduce you to King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese. It has the rich, creaminess you expect from your favorite macaroni and cheese recipe, paired with the robust flavor of classic King Ranch Chicken Casserole. What’s not to love? To keep things simple and cut down on prep time, the recipe calls for a number of convenience products like pasteurized prepared cheese product and cream of chicken soup. If you’re really short on time, consider picking up a rotisserie chicken and buying pre-shredded cheese also. Follow these shortcuts and you’re guaranteed to get this crowd-pleasing casserole on the table in a snap. The casserole only bakes for 25 to 30 minutes—just enough time for you to kick your feet up and enjoy the smells wafting from your oven. Ingredients : 1/2 (16-oz.) ...

Nashville Hot Chicken

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YIELDS: 12 SERVINGS PREP TIME: 0 HOURS 20 MINS TOTAL TIME: 3 HOURS 45 MINS Ingredients : FOR THE CHICKEN 3 to 4 lb. bone-in skin-on chicken breasts, wings, and thighs Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 c. whole milk or buttermilk 3 large eggs 1 tbsp. hot sauce 2 c. all-purpose flour 2 tsp. paprika 1 tsp. cayenne pepper 4 c. vegetable oil, for frying FOR SPICY OIL 4 tbsp. cayenne pepper 2 tbsp. brown sugar 1 tbsp. paprika 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. kosher salt Directions : ⇆ Directions : In a large bowl, season chicken generously with salt and pepper. Cover with plastic wrap and let chill in fridge 3 hours or up to overnight. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with a metal rack. In a shallow bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and hot sauce. In another shallow bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, and cayenne. Pat chicken dry, then dredge in flour mixture, then milk mixture, then flour mixture again, and place on wire rack. Repeat until all chicken is breaded. ...

Hush Puppies

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INGREDIENTS : 1 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 c. cornmeal 1 tbsp. granulated sugar 2 tsp. baking powder 3/4 tsp. kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling 1/2 c. plus 2 tbsp. buttermilk Pinch cayenne pepper 1/2 onion (about 1 cup), minced 1 large egg, beaten 2 tbsp. finely chopped chives (optional) Vegetable oil, for frying Tartar sauce, for serving (optional) DIRECTIONS : In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt and cayenne. Add buttermilk, onion, egg and chives and stir until just combined. (The dough will be thick and tacky.) Using a small cookie scoop, from mixture into small balls (about 2"). In a large deep skillet (or dutch oven), heat about 1" vegetable oil until oil is shimmering. (It should read about 375 ° on a candy thermometer.) Working in batches, carefully add hush puppies in a single layer using a large slotted spoon. Cook until deeply golden all over, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Immediately transfer cooked hush puppies to a paper towel-...

Spicy Shrimp Tacos

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Ingredients : SPICY SHRIMP 400 grams large shrimp, shells removed and deveined 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp chili powder 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 clove garlic crushed 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper COLESLAW & CILANTRO LIME SAUCE 1/4 cup chopped scallions 3 cups shredded purple or green cabbage 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup chopped cilantro 2 cloves garlic 2 tbsp lime juice 1/3 cup chopped scallions pinch salt TACOS 1 large celery root 1/2 lime cut into wedges AVOCADO TOMATO SALSA 2 medium tomatoes diced 1 avocado diced 1 jalapeno finely chopped 1/4 cup cilantro roughly chopped 1 tbsp lime juice 1/2 tsp salt Instructions : ⇆ Instructions : Place the shrimp in a bowl along with 1 tbsp olive oil and all of the spices and toss with your hands to ensure they are well coated. Set aside to marinate for a few minutes.  To make the coleslaw in a bowl combine the shredded cabbage and 1/4 cup chopped scallions. In a food processor combine the mayonnaise, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, salt...

DINNER TIME POTJIEKOS RECIPE

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DINNER TIME POTJIEKOS RECIPE (You need 3 legged black pot for this recipe) Ingredients : Olive oil Bay leaves Beef 1 kg 2 Onions, chopped baby Potatoes Green pepper Red pepper Carrots Sweet corn 30ml Garlic Salt Black Pepper Tomato paste Rajah masala Paprika Instructions : ⇆ Instructions : Place the iron pot on the fire and heat the oil. Add the onions and fry until soft Add the meat and paprika ,raja Masala, garlic , salt and black pepper. When the meat is brown, add water and the bay leaves. Put the lid on and gently simmer for approx an 1 hour. Add the potatoes ,sweet corn and the carrots first and cook for about 30-40 minutes before adding the red pepper and the green pepper Taste and add tomato paste and wait for few minutes before you remove the pot from fire. Credit: Cooking with Metjie

Luscious Lemon Bars

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A buttery shortbread crust, luscious lemon filling, and dusting of powdered sugar make these lemon bars as pretty as they are delicious! Servings: 20 squares or 40 triangles Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 50 Minutes Total Time: 1 Hour 20 Minutes, plus several hours to cool INGREDIENTS : FOR THE CRUST 1-3/4 cup all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup Confectioners' sugar, plus more to decorate finished bars 2 sticks (1 cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces FOR THE LEMON TOPPING 6 large eggs 3 cups granulated sugar 2 tablespoons lemon zest (be sure to zest the lemons before juicing) 2/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, from 5 to 6 lemons 2/3 cup all-purpose flour Instructions : ⇆ Instructions : MAKE THE CRUST Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 350°F. Cover a 9x13-in metal baking pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Push the foil neatly into the corners and up the sides of the...

Bread Pudding with Vanilla Cream Sauce

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  Ingredients : 3 eggs, beaten 1 1/2 cups white sugar 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 cup butter, melted 3 cups heavy cream 10 slices hearty thick sliced white bread, toasted and cut into cubes 1 cup raisins (optional) Vanilla Cream Sauce 1/2 cup sugar 3 tablespoons light brown sugar 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour dash of ground nutmeg 1 large egg 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1 1/4 cups heavy cream (whipping cream) 1 pinch salt 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract Directions : Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease a 2-quart or 9 x 13 baking dish. In a mixing bowl, whisk 3 eggs, white sugar, 2 tablespoons of light brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 cup of butter, and 3 cups of heavy cream together, and gently stir in the bread cubes and raisins. Lightly spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven until browned and set in the middle, 50 to 55 minutes; cover the dish with foil after 30 minutes to prevent excessive bro...

New Mexico Green Chile Stew

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“This is my slow cooker version of a green chile stew from New Mexico. It is great to serve with tortillas, tortilla chips, green onions, and sour cream. “ Ingredients : 1 pound beef tenderloin, cubed 1 pound boneless pork loin, cubed 1/4 cup masa harina 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 red onion, chopped 3 cups chopped fresh tomatoes 2 cups diced green chile peppers 2 cups low-sodium beef broth 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 large potato, cubed 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano 2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 dash cayenne pepper (optional) salt to taste ground white pepper to taste Directions : ⇆ Directions : Place the beef tenderloin cubes, pork loin cubes, and masa harina in a plastic bag, and shake to coat the meat. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook and stir the meat cubes until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Place the meat, red onion, tomatoes, green chile peppers, beef broth, cumin, potato, garlic, oregano, cilantro, cayenn...

Crockpot Chicken Tacos

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I LOVE my crock pot!! Nothing is better then coming home after a long day of work, you’re crabby and hungry until the smell reminds you dinner is nearly done. One of my favorite recipes for the crock pot is chicken tacos. It’s so simple and does not require a lot of ingredients. Ingredients : 1 envelope Taco Seasoning 6 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts (thawed) 1 16-ounce jar Salsa optional fixins – sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, etc… Directions : ⇆ Directions : Dump everything into a crock pot and give it a little stir to blend the seasoning with the salsa. You do not need to add any water to the taco seasoning. Cook on high for 4 to 6 hours or on low for 6 to 8 hours. When done, the chicken should shred easily when stirred with a fork. This is very versatile and can be used for enchiladas, nachos, tostadas, quesadillas, etc…. Enjoy!!

Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Yummy

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Ingredients Cake 15.25   oz   of Duncan Hines Classic White cake mix 3   large egg whites 1/4   cup   vegetable oil 1   cup   milk 6   oz   box of Strawberry Gelatin mix 1/2   cup   mashed strawberries   optional Cheesecake 16   oz   cream cheese 1 1/2   cup   sugar 1   tbsp   vanilla extract 1/4   cup   cornstarch 3   large eggs 1/2   cup   heavy whipping cream Shortcake Crumbles 2   11.5 oz   packages of butter cookies 1/2   cup   unsalted butter 2   tbsp   ice water 6   oz   box of Strawberry Gelatin Mix 3   drops of red food coloring Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting 8   oz   cream cheese 1/2   cup   unsalted butter 1/2   cup   whipping cream 2 1/4   cup   confectioners sugar Instructions ⇆ Instructions Cake Sprinkle the cake mix into a large bowl, then whisk to get rid of the lumps. Next s...