Cheese Wheel Cake Recipe

Name: Cheese Wheel Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 1 16 .5-ounce box yellow cake mix (plus required ingredients); 1 16 -ounce tub plus 1 cup vanilla frosting; 1 bunch grapes, cut into clusters; 1 large pasteurized egg white, lightly beaten; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; Confectioners' sugar, for dusting; 1 24 -ounce package rolled red fondant; Yellow food coloring, for tinting; 1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; Butter cookies, for serving

Servings: persons

Cooking spray
1 16 .5-ounce box yellow cake mix (plus required ingredients)
1 16 -ounce tub plus 1 cup vanilla frosting
1 bunch grapes, cut into clusters
1 large pasteurized egg white, lightly beaten
3/4 cup granulated sugar
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
1 24 -ounce package rolled red fondant
Yellow food coloring, for tinting
1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Butter cookies, for serving

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line two 9-inch-round cake pans with wax paper or parchment and coat with cooking spray.
2
Prepare the cake mix as the label directs; divide between the pans.
3
Bake as directed.
4
Let the cakes cool about 15 minutes in the pans, then remove to a rack and cool completely.
5
Using a small serrated knife, trim the top edge of each cake at an angle to give it a rounded shape.
6
Put 1 cake layer on wax paper or parchment, trimmed-side down.
7
Spread with frosting; top with the other cake, trimmed-side up.
8
Cover the whole cake with frosting, reserving 1 cup.
9
Freeze at least 30 minutes.
10
Meanwhile, make the sugared grapes: Brush the grapes with the beaten egg white, then spoon the granulated sugar on top.
11
Let dry at least 1 hour at room temperature.
12
Dust a work surface with confectioners' sugar.
13
Roll out one-quarter of the fondant until about 1/8 inch thick, dusting with more confectioners' sugar as needed.
14
Cut out an 8-inch circle of fondant and place on a sheet of wax paper or parchment.
15
Center the cake on top.
16
Add the scraps to the remaining fondant and roll out into a 13-inch circle, about 1/8 inch thick.
17
Drape the fondant over the cake to cover completely.
18
Smooth the fondant with your hands and tuck it in at the base of the cake; trim the excess with a knife.
19
Cut out a wedge of the cake.
20
Tint the reserved 1 cup frosting pale yellow with food coloring; spread on the cut sides of the cake.
21
Rub the vegetable oil all over the fondant.
22
Arrange on a boardwith the cookies and grapes.
23
Photograph by Lisa Shin

489

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 1 16 .5-ounce box yellow cake mix (plus required ingredients), 1 16 -ounce tub plus 1 cup vanilla frosting, 1 bunch grapes, cut into clusters, and more.

Yes, Cheese Wheel Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheese Wheel Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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