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Whimsical Wildflower Cake

A delightful centerpiece for celebrations, this light and fluffy cake is perfect for baby showers and can be a fun baking activity.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Celebration Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is softened for easy mixing.
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
For Decorating
  • Buttercream frosting For decorating.
  • Food coloring For flowers and bees.
  • Edible decorations Optional, for additional flower and bee designs.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans with baking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Decorating
  1. Once cool, frost the cakes with buttercream frosting and decorate with colored frosting to create flowers and buzzing bee designs.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to three months wrapped tightly.