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Whimsical Garden Cake

A delightful centerpiece cake perfect for any gathering, decorated with vibrant buttercream and edible flowers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • to taste food coloring (optional for decoration)
Decoration Ingredients
  • buttercream frosting
  • edible flowers and greenery for decoration

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the creamed mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pans.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let the cakes cool for 10 minutes in the pans before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Decoration
  1. Once cooled, frost with buttercream and decorate with edible roses, butterflies, and greenery as desired.

Notes

For best results, ensure butter is at room temperature and use a measuring cup for even batter distribution. Store leftovers in an airtight container; refrigerate if heavily frosted.