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    02/21/13 43 Comments 27,330

    How To Make {Gluten-Free} “Crash Cake”!

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    In honor of all the cake I ate yesterday on my birthday….I am sharing a cake recipe today! But not just ANY cake….Crash Cake! This idea comes from Linda D. who shared it with us in one of my past “One Good Thing By You” contests!  That was back on January 7th…and I’ve kept it filed away ever since.

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    The thing I was most excited about when I read this idea…was the potential it had for making a good gluten-free dessert!  Sadly, the gluten-free cake mixes you can buy at the store really aren’t very good all by themselves. But I figured that if I could mix the cake in with some other yummy ingredients it might actually work! Boy was I right on this one! *patting self on back*

    How to make Crash Cake:

    Mix and bake one gluten-free (or regular) boxed cake mix according to package directions.

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    When the cake has cooled, break it up into (or cut it up) into cubes. Put a layer of cake in the bottom of a bowl (I put mine in my Mom’s trifle dish that she left here a couple of months ago…and I have yet to get back to her! oops.)

    Add a layer of whipped cream.

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    Add a layer of frozen berries, then repeat all 3 layers again. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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    I made this for dessert last Sunday and everyone really enjoyed it! You would have been hard-pressed to tell it was gluten-free unless you already knew. I am becoming quite skilled at the art of disguising gluten-free ingredients. ;-)

    No. 2 son even took the leftover cake to a friend’s house later that night where a group of teenage boys finished it off. Pretty good endorsement I’d say.

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    Thanks to Linda D. for sharing this idea with us. Can’t wait to try it again with other flavors…and possibly a layer of pudding too! :-)

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    Gluten-Free “Crash Cake”

    Ever had a (gluten free) cake that turns out too dry and flavorless? This recipe provides a simple and tasty solution!

    4.5 from 2 votes
    Print Recipe
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 28 minutes
    Total Time: 38 minutes
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 191 kcal
    Author: Linda D.

    Ingredients:

    • 1 Boxed Cake Mix
    • Whipped Cream
    • Frozen Berries

    Instructions:

    1. Mix and bake one gluten-free (or regular) boxed cake mix according to package directions.
    2. When the cake has cooled, break it up into (or cut it up) into cubes. Put a layer of cake in the bottom of a bowl (I put mine in my Mom's trifle dish that she left here a couple of months ago...and I have yet to get back to her! oops.)
    3. Add a layer of whipped cream.
    4. Add a layer of frozen berries, then repeat all 3 layers again. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
    Nutrition Facts
    Gluten-Free “Crash Cake”
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 191 Calories from Fat 27
    % Daily Value*
    Total Fat 3g 5%
    Saturated Fat 2g 10%
    Cholesterol 7mg 2%
    Sodium 299mg 12%
    Potassium 60mg 2%
    Total Carbohydrates 37g 12%
    Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
    Sugars 19g
    Protein 2g 4%
    Vitamin A 1.9%
    Vitamin C 3.1%
    Calcium 10.8%
    Iron 5.1%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    Jose
    Jose

    Hello my family member! I want to say that this article is awesome,
    nice written and come with approximately all important infos.
    I’d like to see extra posts like this .

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    4 years ago
    Polly
    Polly

    Excellent, what a website it is! This webpage gives valuable facts to us, keep it up.

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    4 years ago
    caralee
    caralee

    this is not easy for me i’m only 10 and i looked up easy gluten free recpes and this is not easy and quick 4 me so ;-(

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    4 years ago
    Tessa
    Tessa

    I love these! Look soo good

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    4 years ago
    Ashleigh Justus
    Ashleigh Justus

    Made this gluten-free gem today! Easy to make and looks beautiful. I can’t wait to try it!

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    5 years ago
    Lorn
    Lorn

    Having recently been advised I now need to adhere to a gluten free diet. I have been searching for gluten free cake recipes that I can enjoy with my family. This certainly hit the mark. It was simple to prepare and delicious ! Thanks for sharing.

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    5 years ago
    Chi Janovsek
    Chi Janovsek

    Every occasion has a cake to celebrate its festivity. Gourmet cakes come in a number of varieties and a large variety of usable ingredients. Gourmet cakes usually compliment special occasions like weddings, farewells, anniversaries, ceremonies, birthdays, etc. This is not the only use a cake can be put to. Cakes can be served with everyday meals as tasty deserts. But cake making is not an easy thing. People are always puzzled on how to make a cake that looks perfect and tastes great whether it’s have had as an everyday desert or gourmet cake. If you are still wondering on… Read more »

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    5 years ago
    Rosewood
    Rosewood

    I hope you had a great birthday thanks for all the things you do for us, but!

    This cake looks amazing too bad I cannot have chocolate or berries, I guess it would not be too good with vanilla cake and bananas and cream?

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    5 years ago
    c
    c

    Looks great, but…gluten is not the whole answer. Fructose, sugars, and grains can cause blood sugar to rise and ill health due to increased inflammation. I use soaked, dried, ground almond flour and then use stevia, or in rare cases a tiny amount of raw honey. Coconut flour and oil are also a good choice. Using gluten-free flours can be like eating sugar, as many are high carb-white rice flours, potato, etc. which may help gluten allergies, but in the long run, are not optimal for good health. You can make great brownies with almond flour, eggs, cocoa, coconut oil,… Read more »

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    5 years ago
    Charlotte
    Charlotte

    This looks good. However, if you do need a cake, the simply organic carrot cake mix is good.

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    5 years ago
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