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Peek-a-Boo Cake

Peek-a-Boo Cake: 5 Colors to Wow Your Guests

  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 1 cake 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fun and colorful cake with hidden layers.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Food coloring (various colors)
  • 1 cup buttercream frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Mix in vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, combine flour and baking powder.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
  7. Divide the batter into separate bowls and color each with food coloring.
  8. In a greased cake pan, layer the colored batters carefully to create a hidden design.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
  11. Frost the cake with buttercream frosting.

Notes

  • Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors.
  • Ensure the cake layers are even for a neat look.
  • Allow the cake to cool before cutting.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Peek-a-Boo Cake, colorful cake, hidden layers, fun cake