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chinese new year themed cake

Chinese New Year Themed Cake: 7 Joyful Baking Secrets


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cake 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A festive cake celebrating the Chinese New Year.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Red and gold edible decorations
  • Buttercream frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar.
  3. Add eggs, one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour and baking powder.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
  6. Pour batter into cake pans.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the cakes cool completely.
  9. Frost the cakes with buttercream frosting.
  10. Decorate with red and gold decorations.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
  • Use food coloring for more vibrant frosting.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Chinese New Year, cake, festive dessert