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Dreamsicle Punch Bowl Cake

September 15, 2015 By Naomi Robinson | Bakers Royale 34 Comments

Every once in a while you meet someone for the first time and they are so warm and down-to-earth you bypass all the initial intervals of awkward silence, filler conversation, fidgety efforts to be at ease. That’s Jocelyn, author of the newly released Grandbaby Cakes dessert book and creator and author of GrandbabyCakes.com.

Dreamsicle Trifle | Bakers Royale

I met her last year in Nashville and she’s all that and pretty much just plain awesome. Her friendliness and charm make you want to draw her near, hang out, chat and eat cake of course! And her book, well apparently it’s a family thing. You will love the recipes and the stories she shares of about her family. Each recipe has a headnote about where, how and who inspired the recipe. The book is as much about the beautiful desserts as it is about her family.

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Today, I’m sharing Jocelyn’s Dreamiscle Punch Bowl Cake because I love the the flavors and I have a thing for trifles. Of course in the book she shares it as the title suggests: in a punch bowl. I flipped it to glasses because I love serving individual desserts.

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With all that said, let’s do this book review:

By the numbers:

  • 50 classic cake recipes
  • 5 chapters broken out into: Pound Cakes, Layer Cakes, Sheet Cakes, Baby Cakes, Celebration Cakes and Seasons and Holidays
  • Approximate book cost: $17.95

What I liked and you might too:

  • The book contains some recipes that have an option for box mixes for those that want to fast-track their way to a belly full of cake and an option for scratch-baking.
  • Easy recipes with many offering helpful hints and notes for ease of prepping and success. Along with that, Jocelyn has a primer chapter about key ingredients, methods, tips and tricks.
  • Read the headnotes! It’s where half the fun is, by the end of the book you will feel like a welcomed guest in her home.

A few of my favorite recipes:

  • Neapolitan Cakelettes ~ This was the first recipe I made from the book. I can’t help it, Neapolitan anything gets me every time. On top of that, they are so incredibly easy to make and have such a great whimsical factor to them. Of course, I also couldn’t help adore the baby picture of Jocelyn that accompanied the recipe—what a cutie!
  • Snickerdoodle Gooey Cake ~ I’m a sucker when it comes gooey cakes of any kind. I love the the ratio of tender, chewy cake crumb to gooeyness. And who can deny the buttery richness of a gooey cake, if you agree with me, then you must make this. Along with all that, I love that Jocelyn created this cake in honor of Uncle BB, and man I don’t even know him, but I want to be at a party with this “funny uncle”.
  • Pineapple Upside-Down Hummingbird Pound Cake ~ This is the kind of cake you bring when you are invited to any gathering. It’s a show-stopper, easy to make, loaded with flavor and a crowd pleaser. I love that Jocelyn mashed-up two Southern classics into one.
  • Arnold Palmer Cake ~ Admittedly, this one take a little more time, like all layered cakes do. But this is one you won’t regret. The pay off is there with a cake that will please your palate with its lemon-like sweetness and slight undertone of tartness. As if that pairing wasn’t enough, the sweet tea buttercream rounds everything out for that promised Arnold Palmer flavor.

Now enough of my rambling, let’s get to the goods . . . To celebrate the release of her book there’s a pretty rad giveaway, so go enter and good luck!

Grandbaby Cakes Cookbook Blogger Cake Walk Giveaway

Disclaimer: The giveaway will run from September 15th- October 5th.  Winners will be randomly selected on October 6th and notified.  The contest is only open to United States residents.  All items will be shipped separately by each brand.  

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Comments

  1. Zainab says

    September 16, 2015 at 1:10 am

    I agree with you…half the fun is in the head notes. I loved reading her family story and by the end I felt like I could hang out with them all. This dreamcisle trifle is on my short list as well! Beautiful!

  2. Jennifer Bolze says

    September 16, 2015 at 3:00 am

    The snicker doodle gooey cake sounds yummy. I love all things gooey!!!

  3. Heather Christo says

    September 16, 2015 at 3:17 am

    She seriously is the cutest EVER!! and this dessert looks so lovely!

  4. Ssf says

    September 16, 2015 at 3:19 am

    What could better better than a dreamy cake.
    They all sound delicious!

  5. Tori says

    September 16, 2015 at 3:26 am

    These are such lovely little desserts and I can’t wait to read Jocelyn’s book!

  6. John says

    September 16, 2015 at 3:41 am

    It all sounds delish!

  7. Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says

    September 16, 2015 at 4:25 am

    My friend, thank you so so so much! Meeting you was seriously a highlight of my trip. I just adore you and Matt!!! I’m so grateful for your friendship. Thank you for this beautiful recipe!

  8. Tieghan says

    September 16, 2015 at 4:59 am

    Oh wow. This book looks just amazing!! !! Jocelyn always amazes me!

  9. Brian @ A Thought For Food says

    September 16, 2015 at 5:39 am

    Each of those creations sounds wonderful! I’m always so impressed by you talented bakers. I’m a little challenged in that department. Maybe this book would take care of that. 🙂

    And this dreamsicle cake… yowza!

  10. Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain says

    September 16, 2015 at 5:45 am

    Such a beautiful cake! Jocelyn is so talented!

  11. Kristy says

    September 16, 2015 at 6:48 am

    I can’t wait to get this book. looks amazing.

  12. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    September 16, 2015 at 8:33 am

    Jocelyn is amazingly talented and as sweet as pie! Love that you did a book review and made one of her recipes- So fun! This looks beautiful! Pinned! Cheers!

  13. Maria says

    September 16, 2015 at 9:02 am

    The book sounds great and the dessert looks so yummy!

  14. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    September 16, 2015 at 12:27 pm

    So many great recipes in Jocelyn’s book Naomi! Love all the family photos and stories she added to the book. This recipe looks fabulous!

  15. Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles says

    September 16, 2015 at 2:12 pm

    I have yet to meet Jocelyn. And to get a look at her new book. From what you say, I’m gonna love it!

  16. Bella says

    September 16, 2015 at 3:17 pm

    Oh yum great ideas!

  17. Allie | Baking a Moment says

    September 16, 2015 at 5:39 pm

    I love the book too! It’s such a fun read and every recipe left me drooling. Love what you’ve done with the punch bowl cake! So pretty 🙂

  18. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    September 16, 2015 at 6:09 pm

    Naomi, I loved this review post!!! if I didn’t already have the book, I would totally buy it after reading this from you. and can’t wait to try this punch bowl cake!

  19. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

    September 16, 2015 at 7:36 pm

    Such a beautiful dessert. Jocelyn is so talented and I’ve heard all amazing things about her book!

  20. Beth says

    September 17, 2015 at 4:40 am

    What am I doing wrong? I can’t find the recipe!? The picture looks so amazing!!!

  21. Susan Stroda says

    September 17, 2015 at 5:38 am

    I’m looking forward to actually holding this book in my hands, baking some of the goodies. . Indulging

  22. cupcakes says

    September 17, 2015 at 12:53 pm

    Yummy, It’s a dream cake, I love the orange on it, seems like a summer dring

  23. Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says

    September 17, 2015 at 4:06 pm

    I majorly need to get my hands on this book because this cake looks literally DREAMY! Pinning!

  24. Karla says

    September 18, 2015 at 3:47 am

    I love cookbooks you can read like a book! Jocelyn sounds like a dear and her cakes sound amazing. Thanks for sharing!

  25. Megan {Country Cleaver} says

    September 19, 2015 at 5:59 pm

    Let’s be real – this is absolutely DARLING!!!

  26. Jan says

    September 21, 2015 at 4:13 am

    Cookbook sounds amazing!

  27. Jenny Flake says

    September 21, 2015 at 5:14 am

    Wowee!! Beautiful Naomi!

  28. Charlie Farrell says

    September 21, 2015 at 6:44 pm

    I can’t wait to try, but where is the recipe? And why hasn’t answered the same question others have asked previously?

  29. Katalina @ Peas and Peonies says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:40 am

    So light sweet and delicious, love it for a sweet tooth fix!

  30. Amy | Club Narwhal says

    September 22, 2015 at 11:49 am

    I can’t wait to start baking out of Jocelyn’s book! You chose a gorgeous recipe (and now I’m craving creamsicles AND this cake 😉

  31. Charlie says

    September 24, 2015 at 1:33 pm

    WHERE”S the recipe?! Please.

  32. Beverley says

    September 28, 2015 at 9:31 pm

    this looks so fresh and delicious , love having my own copy of her yummy book xoxo

  33. Charlie says

    September 30, 2015 at 11:39 am

    Please can’t you post the Dreamsicle Punch Bowl Cake recipe? Thank you.

  34. Ronak Meheta says

    July 19, 2022 at 4:30 am

    I love these little desserts, and I’m looking forward to reading Jocelyn’s book!

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