Erupting Volcano Cake

Unleash your inner pastry scientist with this show-stopping Erupting Volcano Cake! Perfect for birthdays, themed parties, or any celebration requiring a dramatic flair, this irresistible chocolate cake is as fun to make as it is to eat. Crafted with a rich cocoa batter and capped with molten "lava" made from melted candy and red-tinted frosting, this cake truly lives up to its name. The dome-shaped design is carved to create a “crater,” and for an awe-inspiring touch, a small piece of dry ice can be added to simulate an erupting volcano with fog-like steam. Simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and eggs come together for a moist, tender cake, while the artistic candy lava topping takes center stage. Gather the family, ignite some imaginations, and let this edible masterpiece turn any gathering into a thrill-filled adventure!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup ready-made chocolate frosting
• 3 drops red food coloring gel
• 6 ounces candy lava (red and orange candy melts)
• 1 small chunk dry ice (optional for dramatic effect)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a dome-shaped bundt cake pan or similar oven-safe bowl to create a 'volcano' effect.

Step 2

In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.

Step 5

Stir the boiling water into the batter. It should now be thin and pourable.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Allow the cake to cool completely before removing it from the pan.

Step 8

Once cooled, position the cake on a large serving platter. Carefully carve out a well in the center of the cake to create room for the 'eruption' effect. Save the cake scraps for snacking or another recipe.

Step 9

Heat the candy melts in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until fully melted. Pour the melted candy into the carved-out center of the cake to create a 'lava' pool.

Step 10

Mix the chocolate frosting with a few drops of red food coloring gel until it resembles molten lava. Drizzle it down the sides of the cake to mimic lava flows.

Step 11

For added drama, place a small piece of dry ice in a heat-proof cup into the center well (optional). Add a splash of warm water to create fog-like steam just before serving.

Step 12

Slice and serve your erupting volcano cake immediately for maximum effect!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1895.9 grams (1895.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5569

Total Fat 246.70g	316%
Saturated Fat 103.70g	519%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.50g
Cholesterol 401mg	134%
Sodium 4153mg	181%
Total Carbohydrate 844.00g	307%
Dietary Fiber 78.00g	279%
Total Sugars 532.80g
Protein 90.70g	181%

Vitamin D 189IU	947%
Calcium 736mg	57%
Iron 46mg	253%
Potassium 3831mg	82%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.3%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 56.7%