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Scrumptious 1,2,3 Cake

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This little cake is so light and sweet it’s like eating chocolate cotton candy!
It’s called the (1) One – (2) Two – (3) Three Cake and it’s really delicious. You won’t believe that there are only two ingredients involved here!

This past Christmas, my daughter arrived home from college for her holiday break. Her suitcase was filled with lots of dirty clothes, books to sell after a long semester, and a beautiful jar filled with a taupe colored, powdery mix; a recipe card attached. The jar was wrapped in a ball of crinkled holiday, tissue paper. In the rush of unpacking and catching up, the jar was put aside. A few hours later, I noticed the jar on the kitchen counter. The container was quite beautiful and I was intrigued by the contents so I carefully read the attached index card.

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Well, I couldn’t resist the temptation. I quickly scooped out 3 tablespoons of the mix and added 2 tablespoons of water. I swirled it around in a heat-safe mug and popped it in the microwave. As I looked through the viewing glass, the mix immediately began to rise and puff up. It was like magic, the speed at which it rose. I patiently waited the full minute as the kitchen began to smell like a baker’s wonderland. When the bell went off, I retrieved my creation and quickly ran to tell everyone what had transpired. We all grabbed a spoon and tested the sweet chocolatey mound. Ohhhh, it was so delicious! Now, I really try to stay away from sugar so I took the tiniest of bites but I was delighted that it turned out so spectacular. And, oh, it was so simple!

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So here’s what you do…

(1) One – (2)Two – (3) Three Cake

1 package chocolate cake mix
1 package angel food cake mix

In a large bowl, combine dry cake mix packages; mix well. Carefully pour into an airtight container.

Attach an index card to the jar with baking instructions:

Mix, in a microwave safe cup, 3 tablespoons mix with 2 tablespoons water. Pop it in the microwave for 1 minute. 3,2,1… Enjoy!

Don’t limit yourself… Use any flavor cake mix you like. Add chocolate chips or top with whipped topping and fruit. This would be a great recipe to make with young children. I think you’ll really enjoy this…what fun!

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12 thoughts on “Scrumptious 1,2,3 Cake”

    1. Oh, I hope you have a chance to try it, Dani. I was pleasantly surprised. I’m sure Teddy and Tottie would enjoy mixing up the two ingredients to make individual little cakes for themselves. I’m going to try a few different flavors when I have the chance.

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  5. What a lovely gift! You could put it in any mason jar tied with a ribbon – your idea to add chocolate chips (or even white, peanut or toffee chips!) is so smart. 🙂 Very crafty and yummy, Linda. Oh – and your little chicken “set” is so cute – the colors and ceramic are pretty. I hope your daughter was successful in selling her books and washing all that laundry! Home is so much better than the dorms – lots of perks! Have a great weekend – Shanna

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    1. Yes, Shanna, a lovely gift indeed! So practical
      for the dorm as well. K is back at school. They had their training trip over the break in Hawaii! What a life…two weeks
      In Hawaii with the swim team… Ahh, to be young again!
      Have a good day, Shanna.

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