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Do you want to create a cake that will transport you to a winter wonderland? Look no further than a Frozen-themed cake! This dessert is perfect for fans of the Disney movie or anyone who loves a beautiful and delicious cake. And to add some fun, we’ve included some Frozen-themed quotes to inspire you during the baking process. Let’s get started!
Ingredients
For the cake: – 2 cups all-purpose flour – 2 teaspoons baking powder – 1/2 teaspoon salt – 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened – 1 cup granulated sugar – 2 large eggs – 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – 1 cup milk – Blue food coloring For the frosting: – 1 cup unsalted butter, softened – 4 cups powdered sugar – 1/4 cup heavy cream – 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – Blue food coloring For decoration: – Frozen-themed cake toppers – Edible glitter – Silver candy pearls
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease two 8-inch cake pans with butter and flour. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. 3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined. 5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined. 6. Add blue food coloring until the batter is the desired shade of blue. 7. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. 8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. 9. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. 10. Remove the cakes from the pans and let them cool completely on a wire rack. 11. While the cakes are cooling, make the frosting. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar. 12. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and mix until the frosting is light and fluffy. 13. Add blue food coloring until the frosting is the desired shade of blue. 14. Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the top of one cake. 15. Carefully place the second cake on top of the first cake. 16. Frost the top and sides of the cake, making sure to smooth out any bumps or lumps. 17. Decorate the cake with Frozen-themed cake toppers, edible glitter, and silver candy pearls. 18. Serve and enjoy!
Nutritional Information
Serving size: 1 slice of cake Calories: 400 Total fat: 20g Saturated fat: 12g Cholesterol: 90mg Sodium: 200mg Total carbohydrates: 53g Dietary fiber: 0g Total sugars: 43g Protein: 2g
Cooking Time
Preparation time: 30 minutes Cook time: 25-30 minutes Total time: 1 hour
Equipment
– 2 8-inch cake pans – Electric mixer – Mixing bowls – Whisk – Rubber spatula – Wire cooling rack
Serving Suggestions
This cake is perfect for a Frozen-themed birthday party or any winter celebration. Serve it with some hot cocoa or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
Variations
If you want to switch up the flavors, try adding some lemon zest or almond extract to the cake batter. You could also use a different color of food coloring to match a different theme.
Substitutions
If you don’t have unsalted butter, you can use salted butter and omit the extra salt in the recipe. You can also use soy milk or almond milk instead of regular milk.
Storage
Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Tips
– Make sure your butter is softened before you start mixing the batter or frosting. – Don’t overmix the cake batter or it will become tough. – Use a cake leveler or a serrated knife to level off the tops of the cakes before frosting.
Notes
– You may need to adjust the amount of food coloring depending on the brand you use. – If you want to make the cake in advance, you can bake the cake layers and freeze them for up to a month. Thaw them in the refrigerator before frosting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use a different type of frosting? A: Yes, you can use any type of frosting you like. Cream cheese frosting or whipped cream frosting would also be delicious. Q: Can I use a different type of cake? A: Yes, you can use any type of cake you like. A vanilla cake or a chocolate cake would work well.
Personal Thoughts
I love this Frozen-themed cake because it’s so beautiful and delicious. The blue color is perfect for a winter celebration, and the edible glitter and candy pearls add some extra sparkle. The frosting is light and fluffy, and the cake itself is moist and flavorful. I would definitely recommend trying out this recipe for your next Frozen-themed party or any winter celebration. Let it go and create something magical!