Line Carved Steam Ship Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cake Base
Frosting
Decorations
Method
Cake Base Preparation
- 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 mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well blended.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Then, carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- 5
Bake the Cakes
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cakes
Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
- 7
Beat the Butter
In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter with an electric mixer until creamy and smooth.
- 8
Add Sugar and Cream
Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until incorporated. Then add heavy cream and vanilla extract, and mix until the frosting is fluffy.
- 9
Color the Frosting
Add black food coloring to the frosting and mix until the desired color is achieved.
Assembly and Decoration
- 10
Frost the Cakes
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top. Place the second layer on top and frost the sides and top of the cake.
- 11
Create the Ship Design
Use fondant to create ship features such as the chimney, windows, and decorations. Attach these to the cake using a little bit of frosting.
- 12
Add Final Touches
Decorate the steamship with gumdrops for color and candy eyes for the face. Finish with a sprinkle of edible gold dust for a luxurious touch.