Game Day Football Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Looking for a fun and simple treat that will steal the show at your next game day gathering? This football cake is just what you need! Shaped like a football and topped with rich chocolate frosting, this dessert is sure to be a hit with friends and family alike. It’s easy to make, and the end result is as delightful to the eyes as it is to the taste buds.

Imagine the excitement on everyone’s faces as you bring out this chocolate-covered treat. It not only tastes delicious but also adds a festive touch to your game day celebrations. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply enjoying the game with loved ones, this cake is a perfect way to score points with all your guests.

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A Touchdown of a Dessert

A chocolate football cake decorated with white laces, surrounded by football-themed decorations on a wooden table.

This football cake features a moist and fluffy chocolate base, perfectly shaped to resemble a football. The deep chocolate frosting is smooth and creamy, providing a satisfying contrast to the soft cake. Each slice delivers a delightful burst of chocolate flavor that will leave everyone wanting more.

Ingredients

1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients required on the box)
1 cup chocolate frosting
White frosting for decoration
Football-shaped cake pan
Piping bag or zip-top bag for frosting

Instructions

Prepare the Cake: Preheat the oven according to the cake mix instructions. Grease and flour the football-shaped cake pan.
Mix and Bake: Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake as directed. Allow the cake to cool completely before removing it from the pan.
Frost the Cake: Once cooled, spread a generous layer of chocolate frosting over the entire cake, ensuring it resembles a football.
Decorate: Use white frosting in a piping bag to create the laces on the football. Start by piping a straight line down the center and add smaller perpendicular lines for the laces.
Serve: Slice the cake and serve it up at your game day gathering. Enjoy the compliments!