Description
Celebrate Memorial Day with this Showstopping Flag Cake, a vibrant and festive dessert perfect for summer gatherings. Layers of fluffy vanilla cake are topped with light whipped cream and adorned with fresh strawberries and blueberries, creating a stunning centerpiece that delights the palate and honors the spirit of the holiday. Easy to prepare, this cake is sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture while alternating with milk until well combined.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cakes cool completely before frosting with whipped heavy cream, then decorate with strawberries and blueberries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Feel free to substitute strawberries with raspberries or add edible glitter for extra flair. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.