Elegant Lavender Ombre Celebration Cake
Indulge in the enchanting beauty of the Elegant Lavender Ombre Celebration Cake, a stunning dessert that's not just a feast for the eyes but also a delight for the taste buds. This exquisite layered cake features four luscious shades of purple, expertly crafted from a moist vanilla base, making it the perfect centerpiece for any celebration. Adorned with a smooth and creamy buttercream frosting, this cake invites you to experience the sweetness of joy and the spirit of festivity in every bite.
4
Servings
500
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
French vanilla cake mix
18 1/4 ounces (per box directions)
purple food coloring
10 drops (to create different shades)
butter
1 cup (softened)
powdered sugar
2 cups (sifted)
milk
2 teaspoons (for consistency)
vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (for flavor)
salt
1 pinch (to enhance flavor)
additional purple food coloring
1-2 drops (for frosting)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare baking pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil as specified on the box instructions. Stir until well combined.
3
Divide the batter evenly into 4 separate bowls. Add varying amounts of purple food coloring to each bowl, creating 4 different shades from light to dark. Mix well until the colors are evenly distributed.
4
Pour each bowl of batter into the prepared baking pans. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Follow the box instructions for timing as necessary.
5
Once baked, allow the cakes to cool completely in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
6
Use a small circular cookie cutter to cut out round cake layers from each of the cooled cakes, ensuring you have one of each shade.
7
For the buttercream frosting, using an electric hand mixer, beat the softened butter until creamy and smooth. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, followed by the milk, vanilla extract, salt, and the additional drops of purple food coloring. Mix until fluffy and smooth.
8
To assemble the cake, place the darkest shade of purple on a cake stand or serving plate. Pipe a layer of buttercream frosting evenly over the top of the cake layer. Place the next lighter shade on top, and repeat the process until all layers are stacked from darkest to lightest.
9
For the final decorative touch, use the remaining buttercream frosting to pipe your desired design on top of the cake.
Nutrition Information
25g
Fat
62.5g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
50g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Elegant Lavender Ombre Celebration Cake?
It is a stunning dessert featuring four luscious shades of purple layers made from a moist vanilla base and topped with creamy buttercream frosting.
How many layers are in this cake?
This recipe features four separate layers creating a beautiful ombre effect.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What kind of cake mix is used for this recipe?
The recipe calls for an 18 1/4 ounce box of French vanilla cake mix.
How do I create the ombre effect in the batter?
Divide the batter into four bowls and add varying amounts of purple food coloring to each, ranging from light to dark.
How long do the cake layers need to bake?
The layers should bake for approximately 15 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
What is the serving size for this cake?
This recipe is designed to yield 4 servings.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 500 calories per serving of this cake.
What ingredients are needed for the buttercream frosting?
The frosting requires softened butter, sifted powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and purple food coloring.
How much butter is required for the frosting?
You will need 1 cup of softened butter for the buttercream.
How much powdered sugar should I use?
The frosting requires 2 cups of sifted powdered sugar.
What is the purpose of adding milk to the frosting?
Milk is added to the buttercream to help achieve the desired consistency.
How do I assemble the ombre layers?
Start with the darkest purple layer on the bottom, pipe frosting over it, and stack the layers in order of darkest to lightest.
What tool is used to shape the cake layers?
A small circular cookie cutter is used to cut round cake layers from the cooled cakes.
How long should the cakes cool before cutting?
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, a pinch of salt is added to the buttercream frosting to enhance the flavor.
What is the total fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 25g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 62.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein does this cake provide?
Each serving contains 2.5g of protein.
What is the sugar content of this dessert?
Each serving contains 50g of sugar.
How much purple food coloring is needed for the batter?
Approximately 10 drops are used to create the different shades in the batter.
What is the final decorative step?
Use the remaining buttercream to pipe your desired design on top of the cake.
Does the cake mix require additional ingredients?
Yes, you should add eggs, water, and vegetable oil as specified by the box instructions.
Can this cake be served at a party?
Yes, its elegant appearance makes it a perfect centerpiece for celebrations and parties.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized as a Dessert.
How much vanilla extract is used in the frosting?
The buttercream uses 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract for flavor.
What should I use to line the baking pans?
Grease the pans and line them with parchment paper to ensure easy removal.
How do I ensure the frosting is fluffy?
Use an electric hand mixer to beat the butter and sugar until the mixture is fluffy and smooth.
How many ingredients in total are in this recipe?
There are 8 main ingredients used to make this cake and frosting.
Is the cake base moist?
Yes, the French vanilla cake mix provides a moist and delicious base for the layers.