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butterfly cake

butterfly cake

Indulge in the delightful butterfly cake! Perfect for celebrations, this recipe is easy to follow and sure to impress. 🦋🍰
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Instructions

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour A key ingredient for structure and texture.
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar Adds sweetness and helps with browning.
  • 2.5 teaspoons baking powder Ensures the cake rises beautifully.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances the flavors of the other ingredients.
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Provides richness and moisture; make sure it's softened.
  • 3 large eggs Bind the ingredients together and add moisture.
  • 1 cup milk Keeps the cake moist and adds a tender crumb.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Adds a lovely aroma and flavor; use pure for the best taste.
  • as needed drops food coloring For vibrant, eye-catching layers; gel colors work best.
Frosting
  • 2 cups whipped cream For a light and fluffy frosting; use heavy cream for best results.

Equipment

  • 2 round cake pans Greased and ready for batter.
  • 1 Mixing bowl For mixing ingredients.
  • 1 Whisk For mixing dry ingredients.
  • 1 Electric mixer For creaming butter and sugar.
  • 1 Spatula For folding ingredients.
  • 1 Wire rack For cooling the cakes.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather your ingredients: flour, sugar, butter, eggs, baking powder, milk, and vanilla extract.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
Mix the Dry Ingredients
  1. In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder until well combined.
Cream the Butter and Sugar
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the Eggs
  1. Crack in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Incorporate the Dry Ingredients
  1. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
Flavor It Up
  1. Stir in the vanilla extract for that delightful aroma.
Pour into Pans
  1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Bake
  1. Place in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool the Cakes
  1. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. Whip together butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of milk until creamy.
Assemble the Cake
  1. Place one cake layer on a plate, spread frosting, and top with the second layer.
Decorate
  1. Frost the top and sides, then add colorful sprinkles or edible flowers.
Serve and Enjoy!
  1. Slice the cake, serve it up, and watch the smiles appear!