Homemade Smash Cake Recipe
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4.7
Homemade Smash Cake Recipe
Description
The Homemade Smash Cake Recipe combines carefully measured flour, baking powder, and salt with a creamed mixture of butter and sugar. Adding egg whites and whole eggs, along with vegetable oil and milk, produces a batter that's moist yet sturdy enough to hold its shape during baking. The cake bakes for 35 to 40 minutes at 350°F until golden brown, and cools completely before assembly.
After cooling, the cake layers are stacked and frosted with vanilla buttercream, which smooths evenly over both the surfaces and sides. The finished cake is decorated with sprinkles to add a playful look suitable for children’s celebrations. The process ensures the cake is moist and soft, perfect for a smash cake's intended use.
Serving this cake allows a child to explore textures and flavors safely. It can be presented on a cake stand or covered plate, maintaining freshness for the event. The use of room temperature butter in the batter and frosting helps achieve a creamy texture, enhancing the overall eating experience.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups (7½oz/213g) cake flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter at room temperature, 4oz/115g
- 1 cup (8oz/225g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg egg white
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk whole, 4floz/115ml
- ½ recipe buttercream Vanilla
- Sprinkles
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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