Patriotic Flag Cake
Patriotic Flag Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly blends vibrant layers of fluffy vanilla cake with luscious whipped cream frosting and fresh berries. This eye-catching cake, adorned with a flag design, is an ideal centerpiece for summer celebrations, including Independence Day and Memorial Day. Easy to prepare and customize, it not only satisfies your sweet cravings but also adds a festive touch to any gathering.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- Fresh strawberries (sliced)
- Fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients with milk into the butter mixture; mix until just combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Frost one layer with whipped cream and top with strawberries and blueberries in flag design. Repeat with the second layer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 372
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg