Monster Cake Recipe
- 1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
- 1 pkg. (4 serving size) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Cook & Serve Pudding & Pie Filling
- 1 (8 ounce) package PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 6 drops green food coloring
- 1 (16 ounce) package powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 (.75 ounce) tube black decorating gel
- 8 OREO Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, finely crushed
- 3 JET-PUFFED Miniature Marshmallows, cut in half
- Prepare cake batter as directed on package. Add dry pudding mix; mix well. Spoon evenly into 24 paper-lined medium muffin cups. Bake as directed on package for cupcakes. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese, butter, vanilla and food coloring 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 monster's head; spread with cream cheese frosting. Use decorating gel to outline the eyes, mouth, scars and hairline on the cupcakes. Fill in the hair with cookie crumbs. Place 2 of the marshmallow halves in centers of eyes; place remaining 4 marshmallow halves in the mouth for teeth. Store in refrigerator.