Save A whimsical, enchanting layered cake adorned with heart and star-shaped decorations perfect for birthdays or magical celebrations.
I enjoyed making this layered cake for a special celebration with family and friends, everyone loved the delightful decorations and flavors.
Ingredients
- Sponge Cake: 250 g all-purpose flour, 220 g granulated sugar, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp fine salt, 125 g unsalted butter softened, 4 large eggs, 180 ml whole milk, 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Buttercream Frosting: 250 g unsalted butter room temperature, 400 g powdered sugar sifted, 3 tbsp whole milk, 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, Pink and yellow food coloring (gel preferred)
- Decorations: Heart and star-shaped sugar decorations, Edible glitter or pearls (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line two 20 cm (8-inch) round cake pans with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Step 3:
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla.
- Step 4:
- Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
- Step 5:
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Smooth the tops.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a rack to cool completely.
- Step 7:
- For the buttercream, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla, beating until smooth. Divide frosting; tint one portion pink and another yellow.
- Step 8:
- Level cake layers if needed. Place one layer on a serving plate and spread with pink buttercream. Top with the second layer; frost the entire cake with yellow buttercream.
- Step 9:
- Decorate with heart and star-shaped sugar decorations. Sprinkle with edible glitter or pearls if desired.
Save This cake brought joy to our family celebrations, creating magical memories with every slice shared.
Notes
Edible flowers can add an extra magical touch to the decorations.
Required Tools
2 round cake pans (20 cm 8-inch), Electric mixer, Mixing bowls, Spatula, Piping bags (optional for decorative frosting), Cooling rack
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten), eggs, milk, butter (dairy). Decorations may contain additional allergens, check labels for nuts or gluten traces. Always verify ingredient labels if serving to guests with allergies.
Save This enchanting cake is sure to impress and create magical moments with every celebration.
Kitchen Guide
- → What gives the cake its whimsical decorations?
Heart- and star-shaped sugar decorations, along with optional edible glitter or pearls, create the cake’s magical appearance.
- → How are the buttercream frostings colored?
Pink and yellow gel food coloring are added to separate portions of vanilla buttercream for vibrant frosting layers.
- → Can this layered cake be made chocolate flavored?
Yes, replacing 40 g of all-purpose flour with cocoa powder provides a rich chocolate variation.
- → What is the baking time and temperature for the sponge layers?
The sponges bake at 175°C (350°F) for 30 to 35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- → Are there special tools needed for assembling the cake?
Basic tools include round cake pans, an electric mixer, spatulas, mixing bowls, and optional piping bags for decorating.
- → What are good beverage pairings for this cake?
Pairings like sparkling rosé or fruity lemonade complement the cake’s sweet and delicate flavors well.