Description
A stunning and easy-to-make Gender Reveal Cake that creates a magical moment at any celebration! With its soft vanilla layers, a hidden pink or blue surprise, and smooth buttercream frosting, this cake is perfect for beginners and home bakers.
Ingredients
For the Cake Layers:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
For the Filling:
- 1 ½ cups whipped cream or buttercream
- Pink or blue gel food coloring
For the Buttercream Frosting:
- 2 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch cake pans.
2️⃣ Prepare the cake batter: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs and vanilla. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk.
3️⃣ Bake the cake layers for 25-30 minutes, then let them cool completely.
4️⃣ Create the surprise filling: Cut a small hole in the center of one cake layer and fill it with colored frosting (pink or blue).
5️⃣ Assemble the cake: Place the second cake layer on top to hide the filling.
6️⃣ Frost the cake: Spread the buttercream smoothly over the entire cake.
7️⃣ Decorate as desired and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
✔️ For a vibrant reveal, use gel food coloring instead of liquid.
✔️ Let the cake cool completely before adding frosting to prevent melting.
✔️ For a healthier option, use natural food coloring like beetroot powder (pink) or spirulina (blue).
✔️ Cake can be made 1 day in advance and stored in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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