Description
Raspberry Zinger Cake is a deliciously nostalgic dessert that brings the classic Hostess snack cake right into your kitchen. This easy-to-make treat features layers of moist raspberry-flavored cake infused with sweet raspberry jam and topped with a fluffy frosting and shredded coconut. Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this cake is sure to impress friends and family alike. With its vibrant raspberry flavor and creamy texture, each slice promises a delightful indulgence that pairs wonderfully with coffee or vanilla ice cream. Follow this simple recipe to create your very own Raspberry Zinger Cake at home!
Ingredients
- 1 box (18.25 oz) white cake mix
- 1 cup milk
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 box (3.4 oz) raspberry Jello
- 1 jar (18 oz) seedless raspberry jam
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 10 oz jar marshmallow creme
- 7 oz sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, milk, oil, and eggs on low speed for 30 seconds; then mix on medium for 2 minutes.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for about 30 minutes before poking holes in the top with a wooden spoon handle.
- Dissolve raspberry Jello in boiling water and pour over the cooled cake.
- Spread warmed raspberry jam evenly over the top.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours before frosting.
- Beat together softened butter, powdered sugar, salt, and milk until fluffy; then mix in marshmallow creme and vanilla.
- Frost the chilled cake evenly and sprinkle shredded coconut on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Allow ingredients to come to room temperature for better mixing. Be careful not to overmix the batter for a light texture. Experiment with different flavors of Jello or jams for variety.