Layered Cakes Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cake Base
Frosting
Layer Fillings
Method
Cake Base
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Add Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- 5
- 6
Bake the Cakes
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 7
Cool the Cakes
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
- 8
Prepare the Frosting
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well.
- 9
Add Cream and Vanilla
Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract to the mixture. Beat until the frosting is light and fluffy. If desired, add food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
Layer Assembly
- 10
Layer the Cakes
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving platter. Spread a layer of jam on top, followed by a layer of fresh fruit.
- 11
Frost the First Layer
Spread a generous amount of frosting over the fruit layer.
- 12
Repeat Layers
Place the second cake layer on top and repeat the process: jam, fruit, and frosting.
- 13
Final Frosting
Use the remaining frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake. Decorate as desired.
- 14
Serve
Slice and serve your layered cake. Enjoy!
