Who doesn’t love a show-stopping dessert that also doubles as a delicious centerpiece for any gathering? Our French Flag Cake is a delightful treat that not only tastes amazing but looks impressive too. Perfect for patriotic holidays or any time you want to showcase your baking skills, this stunning cake is sure to wow your guests. Let’s dive into the recipe and create a masterpiece that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Title: French Flag Cake
Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup whole milk
– Red food coloring
– Blue food coloring
– White frosting (store-bought or homemade)
– Optional: fresh berries for garnish
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper for easy removal later.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix the batter.
5. Divide the batter into three equal portions. Leave one portion plain, color one portion with red food coloring, and color the remaining portion with blue food coloring. Stir until the color is evenly distributed in each portion.
6. Pour each colored batter into a separate piping bag or ziplock bag with the corner snipped off. Alternatively, you can carefully spoon the colored batters into the prepared baking pan, creating three even rows – blue at the top, white in the middle, and red at the bottom.
7. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before removing.
8. Once the cake has cooled, carefully flip it out onto a serving platter. Trim the edges slightly if needed to create clean lines.
9. Frost the top of the cake with the white frosting, spreading it evenly over the surface. You can also use a piping bag to create decorative swirls or patterns if desired.
10. To finish off your French Flag Cake, decorate the top with fresh berries in the pattern of the French flag – blueberries for the blue section, raspberries or strawberries for the red section, and leaving the white section plain.
11. Slice and serve your masterpiece, delighting your guests with both the stunning appearance and the delectable taste of this French Flag Cake.
Enjoy creating this beautiful and delicious dessert that is bound to be a hit at any gathering. The combination of flavors and the eye-catching design will make this cake a standout on your dessert table. Be prepared for the oohs and aahs as you unveil this spectacular treat!
