Description
A whimsical and easy-to-make butterfly-themed cake featuring a moist yellow cake base, fluffy whipped cream frosting, and playful cookie wings decorated with colorful sprinkles and fresh fruit. Perfect for celebrations and kids’ parties.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix (or homemade yellow cake recipe)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup butter, softened (optional for extra richness)
Decoration Ingredients
- 2-3 large cookies (e.g., sugar cookies or graham crackers)
- Assorted colorful sprinkles or edible glitter
- Fresh fruit, such as berries or sliced kiwi (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or two pans if making layers to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract. Beat the ingredients for 2-3 minutes until smooth and well incorporated. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake the Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and let the cake cool completely before frosting.
- Make the Frosting: In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar with a hand or stand mixer until stiff peaks form. Add vanilla extract and softened butter (if using), then continue whipping until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cake is completely cooled, spread an even layer of whipped cream frosting over the top using a spatula or knife.
- Create the Butterfly Wings: Break the cookies into two large pieces each to form wings. Arrange the cookie pieces on top of the frosted cake with the curved edges facing outward to mimic butterfly wings.
- Decorate: Sprinkle colorful sprinkles or edible glitter on the cookie wings for a festive touch. Optionally, garnish with fresh fruit in the center of the cake or along the edges for extra color and flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the cake and enjoy this delightful, butterfly-themed dessert perfect for celebrations!
Notes
- You can substitute the yellow cake mix with a homemade cake recipe for a more personalized flavor.
- For a richer frosting, include the softened butter as directed.
- Use sturdy cookies like sugar or graham crackers to create stable butterfly wings.
- Fresh fruit is optional but adds vibrant color and freshness to the decoration.
- Ensure the cake is completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting or sliding.
