DIY Graduation Cakes: Easy Steps to Bake and Decorate Like a Pro
Celebrate milestones with this easy and stunning graduation cake. Perfect for any occasion, this cake can be customized with flavors, decorations, and personalized messages to make the graduate’s day extra special.
- Author: Zeira
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Frosting and decorations as desired
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool completely before decorating with your favorite frosting and toppings.
Notes
- For even layers, level the cakes with a serrated knife before frosting.
- Store in the fridge if making in advance and allow to come to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
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