Journey's End Retirement Cake
Celebrate the culmination of a rewarding career with the Journey's End Retirement Cake. This delightful cake features layers of moist vanilla sponge infused with hints of citrus, complemented by a light cream cheese frosting. Adorned with fresh fruits and edible flowers, it’s a perfect centerpiece for any retirement gathering, symbolizing new beginnings and cherished memories.
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, softened unsalted butter
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup Milk
- 8 ounces, softened cream cheese
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- as desired fresh fruits (e.g., berries, citrus slices)
- 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 granulated 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 9-inch round 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 until well combined.
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Step 9:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
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Step 10:
Decorate the top of the cake with fresh fruits and edible flowers as desired.
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Step 11:
Slice the cake and serve it at the retirement gathering, celebrating the new beginnings.