Cake of the Sugar Plum Fairies
Transport your taste buds to a whimsical wonderland with the enchanting Cake of the Sugar Plum Fairies. This light and fluffy vanilla-almond cake is layered with luscious plum preserves and draped in a shimmering powdered sugar glaze, delicately tinted with optional purple food coloring for a magical effect. Topped with a sprinkle of edible glitter or decorative sugar, this cake is a show-stopping dessert that combines elegance with a touch of whimsy. Perfect for holiday gatherings, birthdays, or any celebration, it enchants with its balance of sophisticated flavors and fairy-tale charm. Quick to prepare in just over an hour and serving up to 12 guests, this recipe is an irresistible centerpiece for your next sweet occasion. Keywords: plum cake, holiday dessert, whimsical cake, vanilla almond layer cake, edible glitter cake.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 units Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Almond extract
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1.5 cups Plum preserves (or jam)
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 2 drops Purple food coloring (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Edible glitter or decorative sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, then line the bottoms with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternate adding the flour mixture and milk to the batter, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cakes are fully cooled, place one layer on a serving plate and spread half the plum preserves evenly on top. Add the second cake layer and spread the remaining plum preserves on top.
To make the glaze, combine the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and optional purple food coloring in a bowl. Mix until smooth and pourable. Adjust the consistency with additional heavy cream, if needed.
Pour the glaze over the top of the cake, letting it drip down the sides in a whimsical pattern.
Sprinkle the top with edible glitter or decorative sugar to create a magical, fairy-inspired finish.
Let the glaze set for 20-30 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy the enchanting Cake of the Sugar Plum Fairies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
561 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.4 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 109 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 215 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.6 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 106 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
