4th of July Cake
Celebrate your summer gatherings with this vibrant 4th of July Cake, a deliciously festive dessert that brings the spirit of Independence Day to your table. This stunning cake features three colorful layers—red, white, and blue—each filled with moist texture and topped with creamy buttercream frosting. Perfect for family barbecues or holiday celebrations, it not only looks impressive but also tastes delightful. Adorn it with cherries and patriotic sprinkles for an extra festive touch that will wow your guests and create sweet memories.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 boxes white cake mix (15.25 ounces each)
- 6 egg whites
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups water
- Red and blue gel food coloring
- 2 cups unsalted butter (4 sticks, softened)
- 2 pounds powdered sugar
- Cherries for decoration
- Patriotic sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix cake mix, egg whites, vegetable oil, and water until smooth. Divide into three bowls; tint one red, one blue, and leave one plain.
- Pour each batter into its respective pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until done.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack for an hour.
- Whip softened butter with powdered sugar until fluffy to prepare frosting.
- Layer the cakes starting with red, then white, then blue, frosting in between each layer and covering the entire cake.
- Decorate with cherries and sprinkles before refrigerating for at least an hour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 48g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 69g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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