Pinnacle of Success Graduation Cake
Celebrate academic achievements with this stunning Pinnacle of Success Graduation Cake. Featuring layers of rich chocolate cake and a smooth vanilla buttercream, this cake is adorned with fondant graduation caps and diplomas, making it the perfect centerpiece for any graduation party.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups Granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 lb fondant
- as needed food coloring
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
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Step 2:
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well mixed.
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Step 3:
Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth. Gradually stir in boiling water until well combined.
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Step 4:
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Step 5:
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Step 6:
In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream, beating until smooth and fluffy.
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Step 7:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of buttercream on top, then place the second layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining buttercream.
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Step 8:
Roll out fondant and cut out shapes for graduation caps and diplomas. Decorate the top of the cake with these fondant decorations.
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Step 9:
Slice the cake and serve it at your graduation celebration. Enjoy your delicious creation!