Servings: 8 people
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Offset spatula
- Cake pans
- Serrated knife
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- a pinch salt
- Food coloring optional
- Frosting of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans, lining them with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt, then set aside.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by stirring in the vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients, and gently fold until smooth.
- Divide the batter into two bowls and add food coloring to one half if desired.
- Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool completely before assembling. Cut the cakes into strips, shape them into loops, and secure with frosting to form a bow.
Notes
This recipe is delightful and perfect for showcasing your baking skills! A dessert that will leave everyone impressed.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg
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