Wedding Cake
Explore must-try wedding cake flavors that elevate your celebration and reflect your unique tastes.
Ingredients
Base Cake Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 tbsp Baking powder
- 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
Flavor Additions
- 1 tsp Almond extract Optional, based on desired flavor
- 1/2 cup Cocoa powder Use for chocolate flavor
- 1 cup Fruit purees Use according to flavor choice
Fillings and Frostings
- 1/2 cup Butter Or substitute with dairy-free option
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Fruit preserves Use for filling
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare your cake pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter (or its substitute) and gradually add eggs and milk while mixing.
- Combine the mixtures and carefully blend in your chosen flavoring.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before filling and frosting.
Notes
For allergy-friendly options, consider using gluten-free flour or dairy alternatives. Use room temperature ingredients for better texture and do not rush the baking process to avoid a soggy center.