How to Make a Cupcake Layer Cake

Surprise your kids with a cake they can pull apart. Instead of making a standard rectangle cake, create layers instead using cupcakes. Cupcake layer cakes are easy to make, require no special equipment and are lots of fun to eat. Decorate the cake with favorite colors, themes or designs.

Things You'll Need

• Box cake mix
• 12 cupcake liners
• Cupcake/muffin pan
• 2 cans frosting, any flavor
• Plate/cake tray
• Decorations

Instructions

1. Prepare the cake mix as directed for 12 cupcakes. Line a cupcake or muffin pan with paper or aluminum liners.

2. Pour the batter into the pan. Fill each of the liners until they are two thirds full. Bake as suggested on the label. Allow the cupcakes to cool.

3. Arrange seven cupcakes in a circle on a plate or cake tray. Place six cupcakes around the outside of the circle and one in the center. Press the cupcakes together to remove any large gaps. Smear a thin layer of frosting over the top of the cupcakes to create a flat surface.

4. Position four cupcakes on top of the bottom layer to create a second layer. Arrange them into a square at the center of the bottom circle. Smear a thin layer of frosting on the top of the second layer.

5. Frost the final cupcake and place it on the center of the second layer. Decorate the cupcakes with sprinkles, sugar candies or additional frosting.

References

• Cupcake Layer Cake
• Pull-Apart Turtle Cake