Graduation Cake

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Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 35

Cook Time 30

Total Time 1 5

Servings Slice

Calories 410kcal

Ingredients

3 Cup All-purpose flour
2 Cups Granulated sugar
1 Cup Unsalted butter
4 Large eggs
1 Cup Whole milk
2 Tsp Baking powder
2 Tsp Vanilla extract
4 Cup Powdered sugar
1 Cup Butter
Food coloring Optional

Instructions

Mix the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add the eggs one at a time before stirring in the vanilla extract
In another bowl, combine the flour and baking powder, then gradually add it to the wet mixture while alternating with milk until the batter is smooth
Pour the batter into prepared cake pans and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 28-30 minutes, then allow the cakes to cool completely
Beat the frosting ingredients together until creamy, then spread it over the cooled cake layers and stack them carefully
Finish by decorating with graduation-themed toppers, chill for a short time, and serve once set

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcal