Easter basket cake –Spring is the perfect season for celebrations, and what better way to celebrate than with a delightful Easter Basket Cake? This cake not only looks stunning but also has a surprise striped interior that will amaze your guests. It’s a wonderful centerpiece for any Easter gathering or springtime party. Below, you’ll find the recipe along with step-by-step instructions to create this beautiful cake.
Easter Basket Cake
This Easter Basket Cake is as fun to make as it is to look at! With a captivating design mimicking a festive basket filled with goodies, this cake will satisfy both your aesthetic and sweet tooth.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Food coloring (various colors for stripes)
For the Buttercream Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-4 tbsp heavy cream or milk
- Green food coloring (for grass effect)
For Decoration:
- Chocolate eggs or any Easter-themed candies
- Edible grass or shredded coconut dyed green
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Stir in the vanilla.
- Divide the batter into smaller bowls and mix in food coloring to create different colored batters for the stripes.
- Spoon the colored batter into the prepared pans in alternating blobs to create a striped effect when cut.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely.
- While the cakes are cooling, prepare the buttercream frosting by beating the softened butter with powdered sugar until fluffy. Stir in vanilla and cream until you reach the desired consistency. Add green food coloring for a grass look if desired.
- Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then add the second layer. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining buttercream.
- Decorate the top with chocolate eggs, candies, and the edible grass. Your Easter Basket Cake is ready to be showcased!
Enjoy this delightful cake with friends and family, and don’t forget to capture the moment with plenty of photos!