Sparkling Tree Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Prepare cake batter and bake as directed on package for 2 (9-inch) round layers, blending food colouring into batter before pouring into prepared pans.
3. 3
   Cool cakes in pans 10 min.
4. 4
   ; remove to wire racks.
5. 5
   Cool completely.
6. 6
   Beat cream cheese and sugar in small bowl with mixer until blended.
7. 7
   Gently stir in Cool Whip.
8. 8
   Spread onto tops and sides of cakes.
9. 9
   Cut each cake into 8 wedges.
10. 10
    Insert peppermint stick into bottom of each cake for the tree trunk.
11. 11
    Decorate with remaining ingredients to resemble Christmas trees.