Copycat Little Debbie Valentine Cakes
Recreate the beloved Little Debbie Valentine Cakes at home with this easy recipe featuring soft, fluffy red velvet cake layers and creamy marshmallow filling, perfect for a festive treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- Water, vegetable oil, and eggs (as called for on cake mix box)
- 1 cup vanilla frosting
- 2 cups marshmallow fluff
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Red and pink sprinkles or sanding sugar for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Prepare the red velvet cake batter according to the box instructions.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before assembling.
- In a bowl, mix the vanilla frosting, marshmallow fluff, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
- Cut the cooled cake into 2×3 inch rectangular pieces.
- Spread a generous amount of the marshmallow filling on one cake piece, then top with another piece to form a sandwich.
- Lightly frost the top with remaining vanilla frosting and sprinkle with red and pink sanding sugar for a festive look.
- Chill the assembled cakes for at least an hour before serving to set.
Notes
For an extra special touch, dip the finished cakes in melted white chocolate before decorating with sprinkles.