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Alice in Wonderland Cake

A whimsical and colorful cake inspired by the fantastical world of Alice in Wonderland, featuring layers of vibrant colors and playful decorations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Cake Layers
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk whole or 2%
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • food coloring various colors for layering
Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • food coloring various colors for decoration
Decorations
  • 1 cup edible glitter
  • 1 cup candy flowers
  • 1 cup marzipan shaped into whimsical figures

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour the baking pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together milk, butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
  5. Divide the batter into separate bowls and add food coloring to each, mixing to achieve desired colors.
  6. Pour the colored batters into the prepared pans and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
Frosting and Decoration
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and milk, mixing until fluffy.
  2. Divide the frosting into bowls and tint with food coloring as desired.
  3. Once the cakes are cool, level the tops if necessary. Place the first layer on a cake stand and spread frosting on top.
  4. Add the next layer and repeat the frosting process until all layers are stacked.
  5. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
  6. Decorate the cake with edible glitter, candy flowers, and marzipan figures.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cake is perfect for themed parties and can be customized with different colors and decorations.

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