Winter Wonderland Cake
Winter Wonderland Cake
Winter Wonderland Cake
Cook Mode Keep screen awake
Level Easy
Serving 6 to 8 servings
Prep 15 min
Cook 18 min
Total 33 min
Prep 15 min
Cook 18 min
Impress your holiday guests with this showstopper from Amanda Rettke of IAmBaker. Rich chocolate cake, covered in creamy vanilla frosting, gets adorned with whimsical chocolate trees to create the perfect dessert centerpiece!

Winter Wonderland Cake by NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® is a culinary masterpiece that promises to dazzle both the eyes and the taste buds. This winter wonderland cake is a rich chocolate confection cloaked in a velvety vanilla frosting, offering a delightful contrast of flavors that is perfect for any special occasion. Adorned with charming chocolate trees crafted from NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels, each slice of this cake captures the magic of a winter wonderland.

Whether you’re hosting a sweet 16 winter wonderland cake party, celebrating the holidays, or simply treating yourself, the Winter Wonderland Cake provides a splendid centerpiece that combines easy-preparation with undeniable elegance. This enchanting dessert is an easy recipe, making it accessible for baker enthusiasts of all levels, ensuring your Christmas or New Year’s Eve celebrations are accompanied by sweet, chocolaty joy. Discover the art of baking with NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE®, where every creation becomes a memory.

Ingredients

Cake
Winter Wonderland Cake
NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE®
Winter Wonderland Cake
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Easy
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
15 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
18 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
12 servings
Impress your holiday guests with this showstopper from Amanda Rettke of IAmBaker. Rich chocolate cake, covered in creamy vanilla frosting, gets adorned with whimsical chocolate trees to create the perfect dessert centerpiece!

Winter Wonderland Cake by NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® is a culinary masterpiece that promises to dazzle both the eyes and the taste buds. This winter wonderland cake is a rich chocolate confection cloaked in a velvety vanilla frosting, offering a delightful contrast of flavors that is perfect for any special occasion. Adorned with charming chocolate trees crafted from NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels, each slice of this cake captures the magic of a winter wonderland.

Whether you’re hosting a sweet 16 winter wonderland cake party, celebrating the holidays, or simply treating yourself, the Winter Wonderland Cake provides a splendid centerpiece that combines easy-preparation with undeniable elegance. This enchanting dessert is an easy recipe, making it accessible for baker enthusiasts of all levels, ensuring your Christmas or New Year’s Eve celebrations are accompanied by sweet, chocolaty joy. Discover the art of baking with NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE®, where every creation becomes a memory.

Directions

Cook Mode
Keep screen awake

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350° F. Prepare three 6-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

Beat cake mix, water, eggs and oil in large mixer bowl on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes or until smooth. Divide batter equally among three pans and bake for 18-22 minutes.

Step 3

Remove cake from oven and rest in pan for 5 minutes. Invert onto cooling rack and allow to come to room temperature. When ready to assemble, stack one layer on cake stand and cover with ¼ cup frosting. Repeat with all layers. Use remaining frosting to cover outside of cake. You may need to chill cake and add another layer of frosting to get a crisp, clean look.

Step 4

Pour ¼ cup of NESTLE® TOLL HOUSE® Semi Sweet Morsels into a plastic disposable bag. Secure with rubber band and heat in microwave for 30 seconds. Massage chocolate after heating. If all morsels are not melted, heat in 10 second increments until fully melted.

Step 5

Cut off a small tip from the bag. Pipe out an evergreen tree shape onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. You will want to pipe out enough for the entire cake.

Step 6

Chill chocolate trees until solid. Gently place trees around edge of cake. Chill until ready to serve.

Ingredients

Make It

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350° F. Prepare three 6-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

Beat cake mix, water, eggs and oil in large mixer bowl on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes or until smooth. Divide batter equally among three pans and bake for 18-22 minutes.

Step 3

Remove cake from oven and rest in pan for 5 minutes. Invert onto cooling rack and allow to come to room temperature. When ready to assemble, stack one layer on cake stand and cover with ¼ cup frosting. Repeat with all layers. Use remaining frosting to cover outside of cake. You may need to chill cake and add another layer of frosting to get a crisp, clean look.

Step 4

Pour ¼ cup of NESTLE® TOLL HOUSE® Semi Sweet Morsels into a plastic disposable bag. Secure with rubber band and heat in microwave for 30 seconds. Massage chocolate after heating. If all morsels are not melted, heat in 10 second increments until fully melted.

Step 5

Cut off a small tip from the bag. Pipe out an evergreen tree shape onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. You will want to pipe out enough for the entire cake.

Step 6

Chill chocolate trees until solid. Gently place trees around edge of cake. Chill until ready to serve.

Ingredients

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