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beach cake

Beach Cake

Discover the magic of a beach cake that tells a story. Perfect for weddings or parties, this easy beach cake recipe brings seaside smiles to any occasion.
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Resting Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 300kcal
Cost: $20

Equipment

  • Round cake pans
  • Electric mixer
  • Piping bags and tips
  • Offset spatula
  • Rolling pin (for fondant)

Ingredients

  • 1 box yellow cake mix or your favorite homemade recipe
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • food coloring (blue, green, and brown) Food coloring
  • Graham crackers crushed Graham crackers
  • Fondant or candy melts for decorations Fondant
  • Edible pearls or sprinkles for accents Edible pearls or sprinkles

Instructions

  • Prepare the cake batter according to package instructions or your favorite recipe.
  • Pour the batter into round pans and bake in the oven.
  • Let the layers cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Level the tops with a serrated knife for smooth stacking.
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
  • Divide the frosting and tint it with blue, green, and brown food coloring.
  • Place the first cake layer on a plate and spread blue frosting on top.
  • Stack the second layer and cover the entire cake with a thin crumb coat.
  • Chill the cake for 15 minutes to set.
  • Use the blue and green frostings to pipe wavy ocean patterns on the cake.
  • Sprinkle crushed graham crackers around the base for sand.
  • Add fondant seashells and edible pearls for decoration.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free cake mix.
Consider using cream cheese frosting for a tangy flavor.
To create realistic waves, use a small offset spatula for texture in the frosting.
Keep the cake stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
If you want to use a healthier alternative for the "sand", try crushed Biscoff cookies for a unique flavor twist.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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