Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Cake Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 2 ½ cups of cake flour, 2 ½ teaspoons of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Whisk until well blended and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat ¾ cup of softened unsalted butter with 1 ¾ cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Slowly add the egg whites, mixing well after each addition, followed by 1 teaspoon of vanilla and ½ teaspoon of almond extract until combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture and 1 cup of whole milk, alternating until just combined.
- Divide the batter into four bowls and add various pastel colors to each, pouring into prepared pans. Bake for 22-25 minutes.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For frosting, beat 1 cup of softened unsalted butter until creamy, then add 4 cups of powdered sugar and mix well.
- Add 2-4 tablespoons of heavy cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla, beating until light and airy. Optionally, color the frosting.
- Assemble the cake by layering the cooled cake layers with frosting in between, finishing with frosting around the outside.
- Decorate with Peeps, Easter sprinkles, shredded coconut, and mini chocolate eggs.
Nutrition
Notes
Bake the layers a day ahead for easier assembly, and ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal texture.
