Are you a Potterhead who’s getting married soon? Or perhaps you just want to celebrate your love for the wizarding world with a magical cake? Whether you’re a Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, or Slytherin, we’ve got two recipes for a Harry Potter wedding cake that will surely enchant your taste buds.
Recipe 1: Butterbeer Cake
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup cream soda
- 1/2 cup butterscotch schnapps
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk and cream soda. Stir until just combined.
- Stir in butterscotch schnapps. Pour batter into prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420
Total Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 95mg
Sodium: 290mg
Total Carbohydrates: 60g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugars: 43g
Protein: 4g
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Equipment:
- 2 9-inch cake pans
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Toothpick
Serving Suggestions:
Frost with butterscotch frosting and decorate with golden snitches made of fondant or edible gold leaf.
Variations:
You can add a tablespoon of rum extract to the batter for a stronger butterscotch flavor. You can also use cream cheese frosting instead of butterscotch frosting.
Substitutions:
If you can’t find butterscotch schnapps, you can use butterscotch syrup or extract instead. If you don’t have cream soda, you can use regular soda or beer. If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk.
Storage:
Store cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Tips:
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth batter. Don’t overmix the batter or the cake will be tough.
FAQ:
Can I make this cake without alcohol?
Yes, you can omit the butterscotch schnapps and use 1 cup of cream soda instead.
Recipe 2: Chocolate and Raspberry Cake
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup seedless raspberry jam
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Stir until just combined.
- Stir in raspberry jam. Pour batter into prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 520
Total Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 115mg
Sodium: 410mg
Total Carbohydrates: 70g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugars: 46g
Protein: 7g
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Equipment:
- 2 9-inch cake pans
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Toothpick
Serving Suggestions:
Frost with chocolate ganache and decorate with fresh raspberries and edible gold dust or glitter.
Variations:
You can use strawberry or blackberry jam instead of raspberry jam. You can also add a teaspoon of instant coffee powder to the batter for a mocha flavor.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk. You can use any type of jam or jelly that you like.
Storage:
Store cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Tips:
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth batter. Don’t overmix the batter or the cake will be tough. If the jam is too thick, you can microwave it for a few seconds to make it easier to stir into the batter.
FAQ:
Can I use fresh raspberries instead of jam?
Yes, you can use mashed fresh raspberries instead of jam, but the cake may have a more tart flavor.
Conclusion
These Harry Potter wedding cake recipes are perfect for any fan who wants to add some magic to their special day. Whether you prefer a butterscotch or chocolate-raspberry flavor, both cakes are sure to impress your guests. So wave your wand and give these recipes a try!