Ingredients and Weight:
- Chocolate cake mix (1 box)
- Vanilla cake mix (1 box)
- Vegetable oil (1 cup)
- Water (1 cup)
- Eggs (3)
- Baking soda (1 teaspoon)
- White vinegar (1 tablespoon)
- Red food coloring (1 drop)
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Medium)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking dish.
- In separate bowls, prepare the chocolate and vanilla cake mixes according to package directions.
- Pour the chocolate batter into the prepared dish.
- Drop spoonfuls of the vanilla batter over the chocolate batter.
- In a small bowl, combine the baking soda and white vinegar. Add the red food coloring and stir.
- Drop the baking soda mixture into the center of the batter.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 250
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and flavorful chocolate and vanilla cakes
- Erupting volcano effect with the baking soda and vinegar mixture
- Perfect for special occasions or gatherings
- Easy to make with readily available ingredients
User Comments:
- "This cake was a hit at my birthday party! The volcano effect was amazing." - Sarah
- "The cake was moist and delicious, and the kids loved the erupting volcano." - Emily
- "I made this cake for a potluck and it was gone in no time. Everyone loved it." - John
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a large enough baking dish to prevent the batter from overflowing.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in a tough cake.
- Let the cake cool slightly before serving to prevent the volcano effect from becoming too messy.
- If the baking soda mixture does not erupt, you may need to add a bit more vinegar.