Indulge in the whimsical charm of our Pink Delight Cake, a playful yet elegant dessert that's perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just because you deserve a sweet treat! Light, fluffy, and delectably beautiful, this cake captures the joy of pink in both taste and appearance.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
馃巶 1 box of yellow cake mix (e.g., Betty Crocker Super Moist Cake Mix)
馃 1 cup of milk
馃 10 tablespoons melted butter
馃 4 eggs
馃Т 6-7 drops of red food coloring
For the Frosting:
馃 1 block of cream cheese
馃 3 cups of heavy whipping cream
馃崥 2 cups of powdered sugar
馃崷 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
馃Т 4 drops of red food coloring
Instructions
1- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 325掳F (163掳C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, milk, melted butter, and eggs. Mix until the batter is smooth and well integrated.
- Gradually add 6 to 7 drops of red food coloring to the batter until the desired pink hue is achieved.
- Pour the pink batter into a greased sheet pan, spreading it evenly.
2- Bake the Cake:
- Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes.
- Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
3- Prepare the Frosting:
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Slowly incorporate the heavy whipping cream, beating continuously until the mixture thickens and peaks form.
- Add 4 drops of red food coloring, adjusting for the preferred shade of pink, and mix until the color is evenly distributed.
4- Frost the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled, spread the pink frosting generously over the top, making sure it's smooth and even.
- Optional: Add decorations or sprinkles of your choice for an extra touch of fun!
5- Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice the cake and serve. Enjoy the delightful combination of creamy frosting and moist cake in every bite!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories per Serving: Approximately 450 calories
Nutrition per Serving: 5g protein, 20g fat, 65g carbohydrates
Equipment Needed: Mixing bowls, hand mixer, sheet pan, wire rack
Cooking Tips:
- Ensure the cake is fully cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- For precise food coloring, use a clean, unused dropper or pipette.
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Pink Delight Cake
