Whimsical Cloud Nine Baby Shower Cake
Celebrate the arrival of a new little one with this delightful Cloud Nine Baby Shower Cake. Featuring fluffy layers of vanilla sponge, filled with a light cream cheese frosting and adorned with pastel-colored decorations, this cake is perfect for a joyful gathering. Each slice offers a sweet and airy experience, making it a memorable centerpiece for your baby shower.
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
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- various colors food coloring
- as needed pastel decorations
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Step 2:
In another bowl, cream the butter until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Step 3:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
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Step 4:
Divide the batter evenly between two greased 9-inch round cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Step 5:
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until fluffy. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
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Step 6:
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the entire cake.
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Step 7:
Use food coloring to tint some frosting in pastel colors. Decorate the cake with the colored frosting and add pastel decorations as desired.
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Step 8:
Slice the cake and serve it at your baby shower. Enjoy the delightful flavors and celebrate the new arrival!