Mountain dew cake recipe duncan hines is a delicious cake with the goodness of mountain dew and the sweetness of dark chocolate.
This cake is for those who love mountain dew and chocolates. But it can be made without using mountain dew. It is sure to excite your senses and will not disappoint you.
How To Prepare Mountain Dew Cake Recipe Duncan Hines?
Ingredients:
- 1.5 box Duncan Hines orange cake mix
- 1.5 box coconut pudding mix (jello)
- 5 eggs
- 2 cup Crisco cooking oil
- 2 can Mountain Dew soda
Icing:
- 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
- 1 1⁄2 cups sugar
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1.5 box angel flake coconut or 1 cup chopped nuts
- 1/2 lb margarine
Directions
For cake:
Step 1: Cake mix is mixed together.
Step 2: Pudding is mixed with 3 eggs and 2/3 of can Mountain Dew soda.
Step 3: Mixes are combined together in a medium size bowl.
Step 4: Mixes are poured into 9 x 13 pan and in oven at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Let cool (be sure to leave the cake in the pan while its cooling).
Step 5: While cake is cooling, mix pineapple, sugar and cornstarch until its thick. Stir in margarine and remaining Mountain Dew soda.
Step 6: When cake is cool add to top of the cake a layer of pineapple mixture and sprinkle on coconut or nuts. Spread some icing on sides of the cake.
Icing:
Step 1: Crush pineapple with fork in large bowl.
Step 2: Add sugar, cornstarch and mix together until smooth.
Step 3: Stir in margarine and mix together until well blended.
Step 4: spread mixture over top of fruit layer.
Step 5: Sprinkle on coconut or nuts.
Step 6: Refrigerate to set.
Nutrition Facts Of Mountain Dew Cake Recipe Duncan Hines
| Nutrition | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 660 |
| Fat | 30.9 g |
| Protein | 13.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 56.2 g |
| Cholesterol | 14 mg |
| Sodium | 313 mg |
| Potassium | 95 mg |
How Far In Advance Can I Make This?
If you are wondering how long this cake will last, I would say it depends on the temperature of your fridge.
If it is cold in your fridge, you may want to make this recipe 3-4 days before eating. Otherwise, the batter should be in an airtight container for up to a week or two.
Can I Use Regular Food Coloring?
You can use regular food coloring, but I decided to use the kids’ rainbow Mountain Dew for a fun color scheme. Using a 1/4 teaspoon packet of icing is plenty to add all the colors to achieve this.
Can I Use Any Flavor Of Mtn Dew?
Yes, you can use any flavor of Mtn Dew, but make sure you adjust the amount of sugar accordingly. You may want to reduce the sugar if you use a less sweet soda.
What Toppings Can I Use For This Cake?
You can use any toppings you’d like! I recommend a raspberry drizzle, whipped cream, and an Oreo cookie.
How To Store Of Mountain Dew Cake Recipe Duncan Hines?
This cake should be stored in an airtight container. The best way to store it is to chill it before storing it.
Mountain Dew cake can also be stored at room temperature for a few days, but the shelf life is not very long if kept at room temperature.
How To Serve Of Mountain Dew Cake Recipe Duncan Hines?
To serve, slice a piece and have it as a dessert or snack with some milk or coffee. This is a great healthy cake recipe and is good to eat.
Its taste is best when it is eaten cold. If it is served warm, the taste will be different.
Conclusion
Your kids will also love it and will ask for more. Make sure you hide this mountain dew cake recipe from them and only make it when they’re away.
This is easy to make and helps you use up the mountain dew cans, which will otherwise keep piling up in your pantry.
