Dessert

Ghost "Cake"

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prep time

15 min

total time

1 hr 10 min

makes

24 servings, one cupcake (78 g) each

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What You Need

1 pkg. (2-layer size) yellow cake mix

1 pkg. (4-serving size) Jell-O Vanilla Instant Pudding

1 pkg. (250 g) Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, softened

1/4 cup butter, softened

1 tsp. vanilla

4-1/2 cups icing sugar, sifted

Black decorating gel

5 Oreo Cookies, divided

Make It

PREPARE cake batter as directed on package. Add dry pudding mix; mix well. Spoon evenly into 24 paper-lined muffin cups. Bake as directed on package for cupcakes. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

BEAT cream cheese, butter and vanilla in medium bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Gradually add sugar, beating well after each addition.

ARRANGE cupcakes on large serving platter or tray to resemble a ghost; spread with frosting. Use decorating gel to outline the mouth on the cupcakes. Finely crush 3 of the cookies; sprinkle inside mouth. Place remaining 2 cookies on cupcakes for the eyes. Store in refrigerator.

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Substitute

Prepare as directed, using any flavour cake mix.

How to Create Your Own Unique Cake

Let your imagination run wild and create your own unique cake. Just assemble the cupcakes into a shape such as a monster, jack-o'-lantern or witch face, then frost and decorate. It's easy!

Size-Wise

At 24 servings, this fun recipe is great for a party or classroom celebration.