Flower Pot Cake Recipe
Description
Flower Pot Cake is a delicious and unique dessert. It’s a fun way to combine a traditional cake with a more modern twist. This dessert looks like a flower pot, with a cake as the base and flowers sticking out of the sides. It’s a wonderful way to surprise guests at any event. The best part is that it’s relatively easy to make. This recipe will show you how to make a delicious flower pot cake in no time.
Prep Time
It takes about 30 minutes to prepare the ingredients for this cake. This includes gathering all the necessary ingredients, measuring them out, and prepping the cake pans.
Cook Time
The cake takes about 45 minutes to bake. This includes preheating the oven, baking the cake, and letting it cool before adding the frosting and decorations.
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, room temperature
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
For the frosting:
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 2 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
For the decorations:
- 1/2 cup fresh or artificial flowers
- 1/4 cup chocolates
- 1/4 cup sprinkles
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and set aside.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 4: Add the eggs one at a time, beating until combined. Add in the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Step 5: Gradually add the flour mixture and the milk to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
Step 6: Divide the batter evenly between the two cake pans and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
Step 7: Let the cake cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool completely on a cooling rack.
Step 8: To make the frosting, cream together the butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until light and fluffy.
Step 9: Spread the frosting over the top and sides of the cake.
Step 10: Arrange the flowers, chocolates, and sprinkles on top of the cake.
Equipment
You will need the following equipment for this recipe:
- 2 8-inch round cake pans
- Whisk
- Large bowl
- Small bowl
- Spatula
- Cooling rack
Notes
This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze this cake for up to 3 months.
Nutrition: Per Serving
Calories: 386
Fat: 13g
Carbohydrates: 65g
Protein: 5g
Sodium: 281mg
Recipe Tips
This cake is best served when it is freshly made. If you are planning to make it in advance, make sure to store it in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve it.
If you are not a fan of flowers, you can use other decorations such as candy, chocolate chips, nuts, or sprinkles.
If you want to make this cake even more special, you can make your own frosting. Try adding a few tablespoons of cocoa powder for a chocolatey frosting or a few tablespoons of orange juice for an orange-flavored frosting.
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