Lindsay Walker
@lindsayw
Colorful Rainbow Butterfly Cake
This vibrant Rainbow Butterfly Cake is a delightful treat that combines fun colors and delicious flavors. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any special occasion, this cake is sure to impress with its beautiful butterfly shape and colorful layers. Easy to make and even more fun to decorate, it's a great baking project for both beginners and experienced bakers alike!
Details
- Meal Type:snack
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:birthday
- Ingredients:8
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time30 min.
- Total time50 min.
- Servings14
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups
- 1 3/4 teaspoons
- 1 cup
- 1/2 cup, at room temperature
- 2
- 2 teaspoons
- 1/2 cup
- as needed
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Colorful Rainbow Butterfly Cake.
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour an 8 1/2x11-inch butterfly-shaped cake pan.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix together the flour and baking powder. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and butter. Beat with an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 4
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
Step 5
Gradually add the flour mixture in two batches, alternating with the milk. Beat the batter briefly after each addition until just combined.
Step 6
Divide the batter evenly into 4 or 5 small cups. Add several drops of food coloring to each cup and mix well to achieve vibrant colors.
Step 7
Layer small amounts of the colored batter randomly in the prepared cake pan. Use a toothpick to gently swirl the colors together, creating a marbled effect.
Step 8
Continue layering and swirling until all the batter is used up.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 10
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Run a table knife around the edges to loosen the cake, then carefully invert it onto a serving plate or cooling rack. Let it cool completely before serving.