Description
Celebrate Memorial Day with this stunning Showstopping Flag Cake, a delicious vanilla cake layered with creamy frosting and topped with vibrant strawberries and blueberries. This patriotic dessert is not only visually appealing but also a delightful treat that brings joy to every gathering. Perfect for BBQs and picnics, it’s sure to impress your friends and family while adding a festive touch to your table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with sour cream until just combined.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar until well blended. Frost cooled cakes generously.
- Decorate the top of the cake with sliced strawberries and blueberries to create an American flag design.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg