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Easter Cake Recipe

Vibrant Easter Cake Recipe with Fluffy Vanilla Bean Frosting

This Easter Cake Recipe features colorful layers and fluffy vanilla bean frosting, perfect for spring celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Feel free to try flavored mixes for a fun twist.
  • 1 cup Vanilla Yogurt Plain yogurt or sour cream are good substitutes.
  • 1 cup Water Flavored liquids can add additional taste.
  • 4 large Egg Whites Consider using whole eggs for extra richness.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted butter works well for richer flavor.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it’s softened for easy mixing.
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar No substitutions, but granulated sugar can be blended into powder.
  • 1 cup Marshmallow Cream Optional for added sweetness and texture.
  • 2 tbsp Vanilla Bean Paste High-quality vanilla extract can be a substitute.
  • 1 cup Cool Whip Freshly whipped cream can replace it.
For Decoration (Optional)
  • 1 cup Cake Crumbs Crumble a little of your baked cake.
  • 1 cup Fresh Berries Perfect for garnishing.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cake Pans
  • Offset spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch cake pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine white cake mix, vanilla yogurt, water, egg whites, and vegetable oil. Blend on low for 30 seconds, then medium for 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Divide the batter into three bowls. Add gel food coloring to each, mixing gently to create pastel colors.
  4. Pour the colored batters into the pans. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, checking with a toothpick.
  5. Cool the cake layers in pans for 30 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar, marshmallow cream, and vanilla bean paste. Fold in Cool Whip.
  7. Level the cooled cake layers and stack them with frosting in between. Coat the entire cake with remaining frosting.
  8. Create rustic ruffles on the cake surface and top with cake crumbs or fresh berries.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure cake layers are completely cooled before frosting. Use gel food coloring for vibrant hues and avoid over-mixing during batter preparation.

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