Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz) Funfetti or Chocolate Cake Mix (Heat-treated for safety)
- 1 container (8 oz) Whipped Topping, thawed
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, melted and cooled
- Optional: Extra rainbow sprinkles or chocolate chips for garnish
Instructions
- Since this is a no-bake recipe, you must heat treat the cake mix to ensure the flour is safe to consume. Place the dry cake mix in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the temperature reaches 165°F. Let the mix cool completely before moving to the next step. This simple hack ensures your No Bake Cakes are perfectly safe and delicious.
- In a large mixing bowl, “dump” your heat-treated cake mix. Add the melted butter and the thawed whipped topping. Use a rubber spatula to fold the ingredients together gently. Do not overmix; you want to keep the airiness of the whipped topping while ensuring no dry pockets of cake mix remain. If you are making the Funfetti version, the colors will start to swirl beautifully through the batter.
- Transfer the mixture into a lined 8×8 inch square pan or a decorative pie dish. Spread it evenly using the back of a spoon. Top with extra sprinkles or chocolate chips to give it that “bakery-style” finish. Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least two hours to firm up. Once set, slice into squares and serve chilled. This no-bake method results in a fudge-like, rich consistency that mimics a dense dump cake.
- Cook Time: 10 minutes