Wednesday, March 20, 2013

321 Cake for Kids

 

Several weeks ago I heard about this 321 cake.  I am not really sure how it stared but I guess it is pretty popular on Weight Watchers since it is only 1 points plus point.  So since I am trying to loose a little weight yet still have a VERY BIG sweet tooth I thought I would give it a try. I was very suprised at how much cake you actually get and how yummy and quick this is.

So the other day when my girls wanted a treat I thought why not make this for them!  It is perfect for the kids since it is a single serving so I don't have to make a whole batch of cupcakes and then eat half of them (okay I eat more than half but who's counting).

Not only is this a quick easy treat for the kids but since you are only mixing water into the cake mix you  are giving them a lower fat/calorie treat than a regular cupcake.  Most cupcakes are made with oil and eggs and this one has none of that.  I wont go so far as to say this is healthy because lets face it this is cake from a box.  But it is a healthier option than a regular cupcake.  The trick is the Angel Food Cake Mix, that cake is so light and fluffy and that is what makes this work.  The 2nd cake mix can be any cake you like.  We used Devils Food, but my sister is using Lemon cake mix.  So you pick what you like best.

We also added whip cream and sprinkles since this was for the kids and those are both totally optional.  If you are looking at Weight Watcher points adding them will increase your points, and they also add more calories to this yummy treat.  My girls however are not watching their weight and the whole point of this was to make them a yummy quick treat where we would not have a ton of extra treats left over for mommy to eat (since I am watching my weight). 


Supplies
Box of Angel Food Cake Mix
Box of Devils Food Cake Mix (can use any other cake mix for this one)
2 Table Spoons Water
Whip Cream (optional)
Sprinkles (optional)

Directions
Mix your box of Angel Food Cake Mix & Your box of Devils Food Cake Mix (can sub any other cake mix for the Devils) in a big baggie.
Once the two cake mixes are mixed when ever you are ready for a treat just mix 
Three Tablespoons Cake Mix
 Two Table Spoons Water
 Stir it all together
 Microwave for One minute
 Add Whip cream and sprinkles (totally optional)
Eat and enjoy your yummy low calorie quick and easy treat!

33 comments:

  1. Oh, my word! That is the cutest lil chef I have ever seen! Thanks for the recipe! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

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    1. Thanks Marci! She gets so proud when she helps in the kitchen!

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  2. Wow! My belly can't (+ super cute pics of your little one!) Thanks for sharing :)

    Shelley http://selectlearningnet.blogspot.com.au

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    1. Thank you Shelley! And thanks for stopping by!

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  3. Stopping by from the Whatever Wednesday Blog Hop. Thanks for sharing! http://queenofsavings.com

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  4. I loved baking with my daughter; now that she's nearly 17, she does it all by herself -- and her creations aren't half bad! Stopping by from the blog hop; come visit me at www.pushingonarope.com

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    1. Oh I sure hope my girls still love cooking when they are 17! Thanks so much for stopping by Terri

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  5. Great cake! My kids always want to help BUT they also want to lick the spoon! Maybe they can have their cake and eat it too! :)

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    1. Mine like to lick the spoon too. With this one they can since it is all for them ;)

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  6. love, love, love this! Please come link this up with me at
    http://nanahood.com/whats-for-supper

    Teresa from Nanahood!

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  7. I love this recipe! It's so easy to make. : )
    Coming from Dysfunction Junction!

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  8. Hi Lovely, I'm your newest follower from blog hop. Followed you via GFC & Bloglovin. Love your awesome blog!

    Feel free to drop by, follow & leave me a comment @ www.revampspunkyrena.com

    Love
    Rena

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  9. Perfect kid sized cake. Hubby and I love 3-2-1 cake! Pinning!

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  10. the last picture is what its all about! Thank you for joining in the fun at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop xo

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  11. please please add this to our #kidsinthekitchen linky. She's so cute mixing up her own treat :) http://lookwhatmomfound.com/2013/03/chopchop-and-new-balance-giveaway-kidsinthekitchen.html

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    1. Thanks! I added the link and grabbed your linky button! Thanks for the invite!

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  12. Looks like she thought it was a winner!

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  13. What a cutie pie! The cake looks delicious too! :)

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  14. YUM, YUM, YUM!! Thanks so much for the recipe!

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  15. Sounds yummy and your little helper is adorable too! Thank you so much for sharing on Thursday Favorite Things at Katherine's Corner. I'm Jen, the co-host this from Through My Creative Mind. I'm your newest follower...I'd love it if you stopped by and did the same :-)
    Make sure to come back every Monday for Creative Show and Tell!

    Jen @ Through My Creative Mind
    http://throughmycreativemind.blogspot.com

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  16. So quick and easy! This is perfect for my toddler! Thanks for sharing this at Domestic Superhero Sharing Thursdays! I hope you had a great weekend!

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  17. Hello,
    I'm a new follower from the blog hop. What a cute idea. I'll try it with my little guy tomorrow. Hope you will visit my blog and hopefully follow back.
    Best
    Angel

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  18. Looks yummy and fun! Thanks for sharing at Saturday Dishes!~ Paula http://www.callmepmc.com

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  19. OK, this is a wonderful idea! We have a snow day today (yes, at the end of March), so my little guy and his buds might have to help me make this. Thanks for sharing at Stress-Free Sunday!

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  20. What a great idea!

    Thanks so much for linking up with Inspired Weekends! Please stop by Horrific Knits on Friday for the next round!

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  21. I have never heard of this, but I will have to try it. Thanks for sharing!

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  22. What an unusual recipe. Thanks for sharing on HammockTracks.

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  23. Arr lovely recipe, your daughter makes it look very yummy too :)Thanks for sharing with us at Creative Mondays...

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  24. Yum! Now if only I could find a good one point cookie, since that's my weakness. Could you please work on that one, Tracey?

    Thanks for sharing at A New Creation. Glad you and the girls enjoyed a lighter treat!

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  25. How precious! What a great idea for when you are in a hurry for something sweet! Thanks for sharing at What'd You Do This Weekend. Happy Easter! Linda

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