Light Saber Cake

Are you ready to bring a touch of galactic wonder to your next baking adventure? Look no further than our Light Saber Cake recipe! This delightful creation not only dazzles the eyes but also tickles the taste buds with its moist cake layers and creamy frosting. Perfect for themed parties, birthdays, or just an everyday treat that will transport you to a galaxy far, far away.

**Ingredients:**

– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup milk
– 3 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Blue and green gel food coloring
– 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream

**Instructions:**

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.

3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until well combined.

5. Divide the batter evenly into two separate bowls. Add blue gel food coloring to one bowl and green gel food coloring to the other, adjusting the intensity of color to your preference.

6. Pour the colored batters into the prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.

8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream, mixing until smooth and creamy.

10. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top. Carefully place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting.

11. For an extra touch of magic, you can use black decorating gel to create a light saber design on the cake. Simply draw a straight line down the center and add squiggly lines on either side to mimic the iconic weapon.

Enjoy this Light Saber Cake that’s sure to be a hit with Star Wars fans of all ages. May the Force be with you as you embark on this delicious baking journey!