Starlight Double Delight Cake
The Starlight Double Delight Cake is a show-stopping dessert that marries rich chocolate cake layers with a luscious vanilla buttercream frosting, crowned with a sprinkle of enchanting edible glitter for a celestial touch. This irresistible treat is crafted with pantry staples like cocoa powder, flour, and sugar, yet elevated by the use of boiling water for an ultra-moist crumb. The silky frosting, whipped to perfection with heavy cream, adds a creamy sweetness that complements the deep chocolatey base. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply indulging your sweet tooth, this dazzling cake comes together in just over an hour and serves 12 generous slices. Whether you're an experienced baker or a kitchen newbie, the Starlight Double Delight Cake is your ticket to starry-eyed satisfaction.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 3.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Edible glitter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until combined and smooth.
Carefully add the boiling water to the batter, mixing on low speed. The batter will be very thin, but this is normal.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Tap the pans gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
Bake for approximately 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
In the meantime, make the vanilla frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed. After all the sugar is incorporated, increase the speed and beat until fluffy.
Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, then beat on high speed for 2-3 minutes until the frosting is light and spreadable.
To assemble the cake, place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous layer of frosting over the top.
Place the second cake layer on top, then spread frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake.
Sprinkle the edible glitter over the top of the frosting for a celestial effect.
Refrigerate the cake for 20 minutes before slicing to allow the frosting to set. Slice and serve!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6243 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 257.6 g | 330% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.8 g | 504% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 687 mg | 229% | |
| Sodium | 5203 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1029.8 g | 374% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 70.8 g | 253% | |
| Total Sugars | 728.2 g | ||
| Protein | 82.0 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 637 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 41.7 mg | 232% | |
| Potassium | 3541 mg | 75% | |
*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.
