why make this recipe
The Stylish Blue Striped Cake with Roses is not just a treat for your taste buds, but also a feast for your eyes. It’s perfect for birthdays, baby showers, or any celebration where you want to impress your guests. The vibrant blue stripes and elegant sugar roses make it stand out on any dessert table. Plus, making this cake is a fun and creative activity. You can personalize it with different colors and decorations to match your event theme.
how to make Stylish Blue Striped Cake with Roses
Ingredients:
- 1 1⁄4 cups (250 g) sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1⁄2 cup (120 ml) milk
- 1⁄2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
- 2 sticks (200 g) unsalted butter, room temp
- 3 cups (400 g) powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–4 tbsp milk or cream
- Blue food coloring
- White food coloring (optional)
- Sugar roses (blue & white)
- Cake stripes (fondant strips or piped frosting)
- Edible pearls, silver dust, or ribbon
- Optional: greenery or gold leaf
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line two 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pans.
- Make the cake batter: Beat eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix well. Sift in flour and baking powder. Fold gently until smooth.
- Bake the cakes for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let them cool completely.
- Prepare the buttercream: Beat butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar gradually. Add vanilla and enough milk to get a smooth, spreadable texture. Divide into two bowls: leave one white, tint the other blue.
- Assemble the cake: Place one cake layer on your stand. Spread white frosting on top. Add the second layer and cover the entire cake with a smooth white crumb coat. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Add the blue stripes: Use a piping bag or fondant strips to create horizontal or vertical blue stripes. Try alternating thick and thin lines for a modern look.
- Decorate with roses: Place blue and white sugar roses on top and/or cascading down one side. Add edible pearls, ribbons, or silver dust for elegance.
- Chill before serving to set the frosting. Let it sit at room temp 30 minutes before slicing.
how to serve Stylish Blue Striped Cake with Roses
Serve this beautiful cake as the star of your dessert table. Cut it into slices and provide plates and forks for your guests. You can also pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat.
how to store Stylish Blue Striped Cake with Roses
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you need to keep it longer, you can refrigerate it for up to a week. Just make sure to cover it well to keep it fresh.
tips to make Stylish Blue Striped Cake with Roses
- Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for the best texture.
- Use gel food coloring instead of liquid for more vibrant colors.
- Allow the layers to cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the buttercream.
- Experiment with different colors for the stripes and roses to suit your occasion.
variation
You can add flavors to the cake by incorporating citrus zest or almond extract. You can also try using different types of frosting, such as cream cheese frosts or chocolate ganache, for a unique taste.
FAQs
1. Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Yes, you can bake the cake layers a day or two in advance. Just wrap them tightly and store them in the fridge.
2. What if I don’t have fondant or piping tools for stripes?
You can use a spatula to create a swirl effect with the blue frosting for an easier design.
3. How do I make sugar roses from scratch?
You can find online tutorials for making sugar roses with fondant or gum paste. They are fun to create and customize!
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