Description
Celebrate a special occasion with this elegant and delicious baptism cake, symbolizing new beginnings and faith. Perfect for christenings and other religious ceremonies, this cake is a delightful centerpiece that your guests will love.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 2–4 tablespoons milk or cream (for frosting)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, frost with buttercream frosting and decorate as desired.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain a light texture.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to personalize your cake with specific themes or colors relevant to the occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400 Kcal
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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