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Hydrangea Cakes

Hydrangea Cakes


  • Author: Madison
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 mini cakes 1x

Description

Indulge in the exquisite beauty and flavors of Hydrangea Cakes! These delightful miniature cakes are designed to resemble blooming hydrangea flowers, making them a stunning centerpiece for any celebration, from birthdays to weddings. The vibrant colors and delicious taste will surely impress your guests. Best of all, creating these edible flowers is a fun and rewarding experience that brings friends and family together in the kitchen. With easy-to-follow steps, you can customize flavors and colors, ensuring each cake is uniquely yours. Embrace the art of baking with this captivating recipe!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 10.5 oz granulated sugar
  • 10.5 oz cake flour
  • 4 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 4 fl oz egg whites
  • 8 fl oz milk
  • 1 TBSP vanilla extract
  • 6 oz unsalted butter
  • Assorted gel food coloring (e.g., Electric Purple, Regal Purple, Sky Blue, Soft Pink)
  • For frosting: 6 fl oz liquid egg whites, 24 oz powdered sugar, 24 oz unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) and prepare miniature cake pans by greasing and dusting with flour.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a stand mixer, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Gradually add egg whites, milk, and vanilla; mix well.
  5. Combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
  6. Divide batter into bowls; tint with gel food coloring.
  7. Fill prepared pans with alternating colored batter and swirl gently.
  8. Bake for 30โ€“35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool cakes completely before frosting.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini cake pop - approx. 45g
  • Calories: 170
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Use high-quality gel food coloring for vibrant results. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Consider adding lemon zest or almond extract for flavor variations.