Description
A whimsical and delicious cake inspired by Hello Kitty, perfect for celebrations and creating sweet memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/coconut milk)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- Pink food coloring (gel preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla and almond extracts.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
- Add pink food coloring until the desired shade is reached.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare frosting by creaming together softened butter and powdered sugar, adding vanilla and optional puree for flavor.
- Frost and decorate the cooled cakes as desired.
Notes
Involve family in the decorating process to make it even more special. Consider using fresh berries or whipped cream for serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cake, Hello Kitty, dessert, Valentine's Day, celebration