Gentle Meadow Baby Shower Cake
Celebrate the arrival of a new little one with this Gentle Meadow Baby Shower Cake. Featuring layers of moist vanilla sponge infused with a hint of floral essence, this cake is filled with a light cream cheese frosting and adorned with delicate edible flowers. Perfect for a serene and joyful baby shower gathering.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup Milk
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- for decoration edible flowers
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Step 2:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Step 3:
In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Step 4:
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Step 5:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
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Step 6:
Divide the batter evenly between two greased and floured cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Step 7:
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
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Step 8:
In a bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add the powdered sugar and heavy cream until fluffy.
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Step 9:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of frosting on top, then add the second layer and frost the top and sides.
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Step 10:
Garnish the cake with edible flowers for a beautiful presentation.