Catering Dessert Offerings Recipe
Make Catering Dessert Offerings Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Cake Base
Frosting
Decoration
Method
Cake Base
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease 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 until well combined.
- 3
Cream Butter and Sugar
In another bowl, cream the unsalted butter until smooth, then gradually add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
- 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 and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 7
Cool the Cakes
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
Frosting
- 8
Prepare the Frosting
In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
- 9
Adjust Consistency
Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until the frosting is fluffy and at your desired consistency.
Decoration
- 10
Assemble the Cake
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- 11
Decorate the Cake
Arrange the fresh berries and mint leaves on top of the cake, and add edible flowers if desired for a beautiful presentation.
