Level: Moderately easy Time involved: One to two hours Ingredients: German White Cake recipe:

1 cup (2 sticks) margarine 2 cups granulated sugar 2 1/2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 5 eggs 1/2 cup milk Nonstick baking spray Frosting, coconut, candies, and icing for decorating

Equipment:

Electric mixer Two 9-inch round baking pans Toothpick or cake tester Cooling racks Large platter or cardboard covered with tinfoil