whipping cream or 1/2 and 1/2 – enough to thin frosting to desired consistency
Instructions
Mix together cake mix according to directions on back of box.
Divide batter into four bowls. Set one aside to remain white.
Using food coloring chart make three different colors.
Put batter into four greased, floured and lined with wax paper cake pans
Bake for half the time listed on the back of box.
Remove and cool on rack.
Using a biscuit cutter or bottom of glass cut out circles. If cake layers are not even use a serrated knife to make them even.
Buttercream
Beat butter in mixer on medium high for 2-3 minutes or until pale and creamy. Reduce speed to medium and add sugar, 1/2 cup at a time. Beat well after each addition increasing speed to high after all sugar is added.
Add vanilla and food coloring if desired.
Beat until buttercream is smooth.
Layer Buttercream between layers of cake. Top with more buttercream