Volcano Cake (Paula Deen'S) Recipe

Name: Volcano Cake (Paula Deen'S)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cream mixture; 8 ounces softened cream cheese; 1/2 cup butter, room temperature; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; Cake; 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut; 1 cup pecans; 1 (18 1/4 ounce) box German chocolate cake mix (prepare by following directions on box); 3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix); 1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix); 1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix); 10 bite-size almond and chocolate covered candies (I had bite-size almond joy) or 10 candies, of choice. (I had bite-size almond joy); Glaze; 4 tablespoons butter; 1/4 cup cocoa; 1/2 cup milk; 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Servings: persons

Cream mixture
8 ounces softened cream cheese
1/2 cup butter, room temperature
2 cups confectioners' sugar
Cake
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 cup pecans
1 (18 1/4 ounce) box German chocolate cake mix (prepare by following directions on box)
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
10 bite-size almond and chocolate covered candies (I had bite-size almond joy) or 10 candies, of choice. (I had bite-size almond joy)
Glaze
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup cocoa
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

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["Preheat oven to 350 degrees.", "Grease a 13 x 9 by 2-inch cake pan.", "Cream mixture:", "Beat cream mixture ingredients together with an electric mixer. Set aside until ready to use.", "Cake.", "Line bottom of greased pan with coconut flakes.", "Sprinkle pecans on top of coconut.", "Set aside.", "Follow directions on back of box to prepare cake.", "Beat for approximately 2 minutes using an electric mixer.", "Fold in the bite sized candy.", "Pour into cake pan.", "Evenly space dollops of cream mixture on top of the cake.", "When the cake cooks, the cream will sink down to the bottom.", "This will be the ""volcano"" of flavor.Bake for 40 to 50 minutes.", "While cake is still hot spread the glaze evenly over the cake.", "Glaze:", "In a small saucepan, melt butter over meduim-low heat.", "Whisk in cocoa powder and add milk until you get a thin consistency.", "If glaze is too thick, add more mik.", "Bring to boil.", "Whisk in confectioners' sugar and almond extract.", "Glaze should be thin. Remove from heat and allow to cool before using."]

3183

kcal

Calories

188

Fat

352

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cream mixture, 8 ounces softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup butter, room temperature, 2 cups confectioners' sugar, and more.

Yes, Volcano Cake (Paula Deen'S) 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.

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Volcano Cake (Paula Deen'S)

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Variations & substitutions

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