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A beautifully decorated cake with colorful butterfly designs on top, perfect for celebrations.

cake with butterfly

Create a stunning cake with butterfly decorations that will wow your friends and family! Perfect for any celebration! 🎂🦋
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: International
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Instructions

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour A key ingredient for structure and texture.
  • 1.5 cups sugar Adds sweetness and helps with browning.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Ensures the cake rises beautifully.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the flavors of the other ingredients.
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Provides richness and moisture.
  • 3 large eggs Bind the ingredients together and add moisture.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Adds a lovely aroma and flavor.
  • 1 cup milk Keeps the cake moist and tender.
  • as needed drops food coloring For creating vibrant butterfly designs.
  • 2 cups buttercream frosting Perfect for decorating and adding sweetness.

Equipment

  • 2 Cake pans Greased for baking
  • 1 Mixing bowls For mixing ingredients
  • 1 Whisk For mixing dry ingredients
  • 1 Electric mixer For creaming butter and sugar
  • 1 Spatula For spreading frosting
  • 1 Wire rack For cooling cakes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Get ready to create a stunning cake with butterfly decorations that will wow your friends and family!
Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
  1. Collect all the essentials: flour, sugar, eggs, butter, baking powder, vanilla extract, milk, and food coloring for the butterflies.
Step 2: Preheat Your Oven
  1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it's nice and warm for baking.
Step 3: Mix the Dry Ingredients
  1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Step 4: Cream the Butter and Sugar
  1. In a separate bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until fluffy and light in color.
Step 5: Add the Eggs and Vanilla
  1. Mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, blending until smooth.
Step 6: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
  1. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined.
Step 7: Divide the Batter
  1. Split the batter into two bowls and add food coloring to one for a vibrant butterfly effect.
Step 8: Bake the Cakes
  1. Pour the batters into greased cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 9: Cool the Cakes
  1. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
Step 10: Prepare the Buttercream Frosting
  1. Beat together softened butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until creamy and smooth.
Step 11: Frost the Cakes
  1. Spread a layer of frosting between the cooled cake layers and cover the entire cake with frosting.
Step 12: Create Butterfly Decorations
  1. Use colored fondant or edible paper to cut out butterfly shapes and place them on the cake.
Step 13: Add Final Touches
  1. Decorate with sprinkles or edible glitter for a magical finish!
Step 14: Serve and Enjoy!
  1. Slice your beautiful cake and share it with loved ones, enjoying every delightful bite!