Blast-Off Spaceship Cake

Name: Blast-Off Spaceship Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 5 h 5 min
Yield: Makes 15 servings.
Ingredients: 1 pkg. (2-layer size) white cake mix; 2 cups boiling water; 2 pkg. (4-serving size each) JELL-O Strawberry Flavor Gelatin; 1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping , thawed; 1 Tbsp. decorating icing; 40 candy-coated chocolate pieces; 1 piece string licorice (10 inches), cut in 2-inch pieces

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Recipe by Kraft

Prep Time

20
min.

Total Time

5
hr.

5
min.

Servings

15 servings

When it comes to kids' birthday parties, the sky's the limit! But that doesn't mean you need to buy a special pan for this spaceship cake.

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1 pkg. (2-layer size) white cake mix
2 cups boiling water
2 pkg. (4-serving size each) JELL-O Strawberry Flavor Gelatin
1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed
1 Tbsp. decorating icing
40 candy-coated chocolate pieces
1 piece string licorice (10 inches), cut in 2-inch pieces

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Prepare cake batter and bake in 13x9-inch baking pan as directed on package. Cool in pan 15 min. (Do not remove cake from pan.)
Meanwhile, stir boiling water into dry gelatin mix in large bowl at least 2 min. until completely dissolved. Pierce cake with large fork or wooden skewer at 1/2-inch intervals. Carefully pour gelatin over cake in pan. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
Dip pan in warm water 10 sec.; unmold cake onto cutting board. Cut into pieces as shown in diagram and photo. Arrange pieces on large foil-covered board or platter to resemble a spaceship as shown in photo. Spread top and sides of cake with whipped topping. Decorate with remaining ingredients as desired. Store in refrigerator. Add sparkler candles to cake and light up just before serving to resemble the blast off!

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How to Frost A Cake

If the cake is very soft and crumbly, apply a "crumb coating" to prevent cake crumbs from mixing with the frosting. Spread a thin layer of frosting over the entire cake, then let stand 5 to 10 min. or until frosting is set. Spread remaining frosting over cake.

Cooking Know-How

Make sure cake is completely cooled before frosting. A warm cake can cause the frosting to soften or melt.

Substitute

Prepare as directed, using your favorite flavor of JELL-O Gelatin.

Servings

15 servings

Nutritional Information

Serving Size 15 servings
AMOUNT PER SERVING
Calories	250

Total fat	7g
Saturated fat	3.5g
Cholesterol	0mg
Sodium	290mg
Carbohydrate	43g
Dietary fiber	0g
Sugars	31g
Protein	3g
% Daily Value
Vitamin A	0 %DV
Vitamin C	0 %DV
Calcium	8 %DV
Iron	4 %DV

* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.

Ratings & Reviews

Rated 4 out of 5 by MaryJane9333 from I didn't actually use the recipe. I didn't actually use the recipe. I used the pattern and a strawberry cake and homemade icing. It turns out very cute. My advice is to chill the cake even if you don't use the jello. It is hard to put icing on since you have to cut into the sides and all. It was a hit at my son's First birthday party!

Date published: 2006-09-09

Rated 5 out of 5 by Mrsmess3 from I made this for my son's 7th birthday party! I made this for my son's 7th birthday party! It was super easy to make and he loved it! I received a lot of compliments and inquiries "on how to make it" from other mothers that attended the party. It was also a big hit with the kids!

Date published: 2009-07-30

Rated 4 out of 5 by JMJJULIAN from I did not have time to use the jell-o, but it turned out better than I ever expected! I did not have time to use the jell-o, but it turned out better than I ever expected! Great reviews from family & friends. Used for son 3rd b-day party, he loved it. The surprise look in his eyes made it worth it!

Date published: 2006-11-14

Rated 4 out of 5 by ekg2 from Was a definite hit. Was a definite hit. Everyone loved it. I used raspberry jell-o and made my own icing for the top. Will make again and again...

Date published: 2006-05-08

Rated 4 out of 5 by cakeluvr from It's really cool and looks awesome too. It's really cool and looks awesome too.

Date published: 2006-02-24

Rated 3 out of 5 by michael6822 from I might make it I might make it

Date published: 2011-03-22

Rated 5 out of 5 by marinakamal from

Date published: 2007-03-22

Rated 5 out of 5 by lilbearzmom from

Date published: 2008-11-09