Decorated Butter Cake Recipe
Ingredients
For the butter cake:
2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
2 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 cup (240ml) whole milk
1 tbsp vanilla extract
For the buttercream frosting:
1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
4 cups (480g) powdered sugar
2 tbsp heavy cream (or milk)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Making the cake:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch (23cm) round cake pans with parchment paper.
Prepare dry ingredients: In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cream the butter & sugar: In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
Add eggs: Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Add vanilla & milk: Mix in vanilla, then gradually add the flour mixture and milk, alternating in batches.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool: Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Buttercream Frosting
Beat butter until creamy (about 2 minutes).
Gradually add powdered sugar and continue beating.
Mix in vanilla extract and heavy cream, beating until smooth and fluffy.
Add food coloring if desired.
Decorating the Cake
Frost the cake: Spread a thin layer of frosting over the first cake layer. Place the second cake on top and frost the entire cake smoothly.
Pipe decorations: Use a piping bag with different nozzles to create rosettes, swirls, or borders.
Add sprinkles or edible pearls for an elegant touch.
Optional: Decorate with fresh fruits, chocolate shavings, or edible flowers.
Decorated Butter Cake Recipe
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