6 Layer Rainbow Cake Recipe with Easy Buttercream Frosting
Indulge in the vibrant joy of our 6 Layer Rainbow Cake Recipe with Easy Buttercream Frosting, a delightful dessert that turns any celebration into a colorful event. This cake features six stunning layers of bright colors that not only look amazing but also taste incredible with every bite. The use of boxed cake mix simplifies the baking process while providing a homemade feel. Topped with creamy buttercream frosting, this cake is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just to brighten up your day. Customize it with your favorite colors and flavors to create a dessert that’s uniquely yours!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Total Time: 54 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 boxes white cake mix
- 6 eggs
- 2/3 cup canola oil
- 2.5 cups water
- Wilton Gel Food Coloring (various colors)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 tbsp milk
- 4 tsp clear vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare wax paper circles for layering.
- Make buttercream frosting by mixing all ingredients until smooth.
- Freeze frosting layers until ready to assemble.
- Preheat oven as per cake mix instructions.
- Mix cake batter and divide it into bowls for coloring.
- Add gel food coloring to achieve desired shades.
- Bake colored batters in prepared pans until done.
- Cool cakes on racks before leveling if necessary.
- Assemble the cake by alternating layers of cake and frosting.
- Frost the top and sides of the assembled cake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg