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Easter Peep Cake with Multi-Colored Layers

Easter Peep Cake with Multi-Colored Layers
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Easter Peep Cake with Multi-Colored Layers is a festive treat that brings vibrant colors and delightful flavors to your spring celebrations. This show-stopping cake features fluffy layers, creamy vanilla buttercream, and adorable vegan marshmallow decorations that will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for gatherings or as a centerpiece at any holiday table, this cake is not only visually appealing but also easy to make, allowing even novice bakers to create a sweet masterpiece. With customizable decorations and a light sweetness, this cake promises to be the highlight of your Easter festivities!

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 5 large egg whites
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
  • Pastel food coloring (pink, yellow, blue, and green)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (or milk)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Food coloring (optional, for colored frosting)
  • Peeps vegan vegan marshmallows bunnies & chicks
  • Easter sprinkles
  • Shredded coconut (optional, for a grass effect)
  • Mini chocolate eggs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  4. Add egg whites one at a time, mixing until well combined.
  5. Stir in vanilla and almond extract.
  6. Alternately add flour mixture and milk, mixing until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly into four bowls.
  8. Add a few drops of pastel food coloring to each bowl, stirring gently.
  9. Pour batter into cake pans and bake for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy.
  12. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
  13. Add vanilla extract, salt, and heavy cream, beating until smooth and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  14. If desired, tint the frosting with pastel food coloring.
  15. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a thin layer of frosting.
  16. Repeat with the remaining cake layers, stacking them evenly.
  17. Frost the top and sides of the cake with a smooth layer of buttercream.
  18. Press Peeps marshmallows around the sides of the cake.
  19. Sprinkle Easter sprinkles on top.
  20. Optional: Tint shredded coconut green with food coloring for a grass effect and scatter on top.
  21. Arrange mini chocolate eggs in the center for a festive touch.

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