Description
Indulge in the vibrant and delightful Patchwork Quilt Cake, a stunning dessert that brings joy to any celebration. This layered cake features fluffy vanilla layers and creamy buttercream frosting, beautifully decorated with an array of fresh berries. Not only is it visually appealing, but it’s also incredibly easy to make, making it perfect for novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, holiday, or just treating yourself, this colorful cake will impress guests of all ages with its rich flavors and cheerful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2/3 cup butter (softened)
- 1 3/4 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups milk (2%)
- For frosting: 1 cup butter
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar
- 4 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- fresh berries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (5-7 minutes).
- Add vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Whisk dry ingredients in a separate bowl; gradually combine with wet mixture along with milk until just mixed.
- Pour batter into prepared dish and bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before frosting with buttercream made by beating butter, sugar, vanilla, and cream until fluffy.
- Decorate with fresh berries in a patchwork design.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg