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Starry Night Cake
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring in blue, purple, and black
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, 1 3/4 cups sugar, 3/4 cup cocoa powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt.
- Add 2 eggs, 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
- Stir in 1 cup of boiling water. The batter will be thin, but that's okay.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the frosting, beat 1 cup of softened butter until creamy. Gradually add 4 cups of powdered sugar, alternating with 1/4 cup of heavy cream. Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Divide the frosting into three bowls. Tint one bowl with blue gel food coloring, one with purple, and one with black. Mix until the colors are well blended and resemble a galaxy pattern.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of blue frosting on top. Add the second layer and cover with purple frosting. Top with the final layer and frost the entire cake with the black frosting, creating a galaxy effect.
- Slice and enjoy your starry night cake!
The Starry Night Cake is a decadent dessert that has captured the hearts of many with its stunning visual appeal and delightful taste. This cake is inspired by Vincent van Gogh's iconic painting "The Starry Night," featuring swirls of blue and yellow frosting reminiscent of the night sky and stars. Created by innovative pastry chefs, this cake has become a popular choice for special occasions and art-themed events. The best versions of this cake can be found in artisanal bakeries and high-end patisseries, where skilled bakers meticulously craft each layer to resemble the mesmerizing night sky. The key to nailing this cake lies in achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures, with moist cake layers and rich, creamy frosting. For those looking to recreate this masterpiece at home, experimenting with different frosting techniques and color combinations can lead to stunning results. Whether enjoyed at a trendy urban bakery or lovingly made in a home kitchen, the Starry Night Cake is a true work of art that delights both the eyes and the taste buds.
70 min
12
380 calories
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