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Mothers Day Cake

Mothers Day Cake: 7 Irresistible Designs to Delight Mom


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  • Author: Sadka
  • Total Time: 1 hour 18 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious Mother’s Day Cake


Ingredients

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  • 6 egg yolks
  • 4 Tbsp. sugar (for yolks)
  • 4 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 4 Tbsp. whole milk
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 6 egg whites
  • 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp. vinegar
  • 4 Tbsp. sugar (for meringue)
  • Food dye gel (not liquid)
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 5 Tbsp. confectioners’ sugar
  • Dash of salt
  • 2 tsp. vanilla (for whipped cream)
  • Fresh fruit or jam (optional for filling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease an 8″ round pan and line with parchment.
  2. Trace the design on parchment using an edible marker.
  3. Separate the eggs; whisk yolks with 4 Tbsp. sugar, oil, milk, and 2 tsp. vanilla until smooth.
  4. Sift flour and cornstarch into yolk mixture; whisk until lump-free.
  5. In a stand mixer, beat egg whites with vinegar and remaining 4 Tbsp. sugar until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold meringue into yolk batter until just mixed.
  7. Dummy small portions of batter with gel dye and transfer to piping bags.
  8. Pipe dark outline of design, fill with colored batter, and chill for 5-8 mins.
  9. Cover with uncolored batter and bake for 8-9 minutes.
  10. Invert the cake and peel parchment while still warm.
  11. Cool remaining batter into plain layers.
  12. Whip heavy cream with confectioners’ sugar, salt, and 2 tsp. vanilla.
  13. Assemble layers with whipped cream and optional jam or fruit.
  14. Chill before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure the eggs are at room temperature for best results.
  • Use gel food coloring for vibrant designs.
  • Chill the cake well before serving for better flavor.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 48 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg