Who doesn’t love a good cake? And what’s better than a regular cake? A rainbow cake of course! This cake is a rainbow explosion of deliciousness that will make anyone’s taste buds sing. Let’s get started on this masterpiece!
Special Cakes (Rainbow Cake)
This is the perfect cake for any special occasion. Whether it’s a birthday, graduation or even just a Tuesday, this cake is sure to impress. Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple food coloring
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Grease three 8-inch cake pans and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk and mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly into six different bowls.
- Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl to make a vibrant red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple color.
- Spoon each color of batter into the prepared cake pans, alternating colors until all of the batter is used up.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes completely before removing them from the pans.
Rainbow Dedication Cake by Red Ribbon Philippines
This rainbow cake is the perfect way to celebrate any occasion. It’s colorful, festive and delicious. Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups cake flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple food coloring
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Grease an 8-inch cake pan and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly into six different bowls.
- Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl to make a vibrant red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple color.
- Spoon each color of batter into the prepared cake pan, alternating colors until all of the batter is used up.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool the cake completely before removing it from the pan.
Now that your rainbow cake is all baked and ready, it’s time to decorate and enjoy! You can frost it however you like, but we recommend using a classic buttercream frosting. Not only is it easy to make, but it also pairs perfectly with the flavors of the cake.
Buttercream Frosting Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
Buttercream Frosting Instructions:
- In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, and beat until well combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and heavy cream or milk, and beat until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
Once your frosting is ready, it’s time to frost your beautiful rainbow cake. Spread a generous layer of frosting between each layer of cake, and then frost the top and sides of the cake. You can also add some fun decorations, like sprinkles or edible glitter, to make your rainbow cake even more festive.
Now that your rainbow cake is all decorated and ready, it’s time to slice and enjoy. This rainbow cake is sure to impress anyone who tries it, and it’s the perfect way to celebrate any special occasion. So go ahead, indulge in some rainbow magic and enjoy this delicious masterpiece!