Description
Christmas Ornament Cakes are a festive delight that adds charm to any holiday gathering. These beautifully decorated cakes mimic traditional Christmas ornaments with their vibrant colors and rich flavors. Each moist layer is complemented by velvety frosting, making them not just a dessert but also a stunning centerpiece for celebrations. Easy to prepare, these cakes guarantee impressive results and will surely be the star of your holiday festivities.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cake flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Food coloring (gel preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then mix in the milk.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg