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Easy Easter Cake Recipe

Easy Easter Cake Recipe: A Colorful Delight for Spring Celebrations

This Easy Easter Cake Recipe is a delightful layered dessert perfect for spring celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Provides richness and moisture to the cake.
  • 2 cups Sugar Sweetens the cake while aiding in the structure.
  • 4 large Eggs Adds structure and moisture, important for binding.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Enhances flavors and provides aroma.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Main structural component.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Leavening agent that helps the cake rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Adds moisture and richness.
  • 4 drops Food Color Gel (pink, green, yellow, blue) Customizes the appearance of the cake layers.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Used in frosting for creaminess and flavor.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens and thickens the frosting.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Provides flavor to the frosting.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Adjusts frosting consistency.
  • 1 cup Optional Cream Cheese Adds tang and creaminess to frosting.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • cooling rack
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Pastel Layer Easter Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray four 9-inch round cake pans with cooking spray.
  2. Beat together 1 cup of unsalted butter and 2 cups of sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 4 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each, followed by 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients.
  5. Slowly incorporate 1 cup of whole milk until the batter is smooth.
  6. Divide the batter into four bowls and add gel colors — pink, green, yellow, and blue — mixing until vibrant.
  7. Pour colored batters into the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  8. Let the cake layers cool in the pans for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. For the frosting, blend 1 cup of salted butter and 4 cups of powdered sugar until crumbly, then mix in 2 teaspoons of vanilla and 2 tablespoons of milk.
  10. Assemble the cake by layering the cake rounds with frosting between each layer, finishing with frosting all around.
  11. Decorate with sprinkles or edible flowers for a festive look.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Avoid overmixing to maintain the cake's fluffy texture. Let cake layers cool before frosting to avoid melting.

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