Baby “Carriage” Cake

The tradition of baby showers dates back to ancient Egypt and Greece, where expectant mothers were celebrated and showered with gifts.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Baby “Carriage” Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 10 Calories: 3500

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 6 drop Food coloring (pink, blue, or yellow)
• 2 cup Buttercream frosting
• 8 ounce Fondant
• Assorted candies and decorations

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baby carriage-shaped cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternating with the milk.
6. Divide the batter into three bowls and tint each bowl with a different food coloring.
7. Pour the colored batters into separate sections of the baby carriage-shaped cake pan.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once the cake is completely cooled, trim the top to level it.
11. Frost the cake with buttercream frosting, covering the entire surface.
12. Roll out the fondant and drape it over the cake to resemble a baby carriage.
13. Decorate the cake with assorted candies and decorations.
14. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 35g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.