Wearing O the Green Cake
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day or any festive occasion with the show-stopping "Wearing O' the Green Cake" — a visually stunning, vibrantly green dessert that’s as delicious as it is eye-catching. This moist and tender cake gets its bold color from green food coloring and its rich flavor from a hint of cocoa in the batter, complemented by tangy buttermilk for a soft, velvety crumb. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that’s whipped to perfection, this cake is a perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess. Whether you're decking it out with sprinkles, edible glitter, or serving it simply frosted, this two-layer masterpiece is as fun to make as it is to eat. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and ready to impress a crowd, it’s a must-try for anyone looking to add a pop of color and flavor to their dessert table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon White vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Green food coloring
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour two 9-inch round cake pans, then line the bottoms with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and vegetable oil together until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, white vinegar, and green food coloring until fully incorporated and the batter is vibrantly green.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain. Do not overmix.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes, then carefully remove them from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing until the frosting is creamy and stiff peaks form.
Add the heavy cream and beat for an additional 1-2 minutes to achieve a fluffy consistency.
Once the cakes are completely cool, level the tops with a serrated knife if needed. Place one cake layer on a serving plate, top-side down, and spread a generous layer of frosting over it.
Place the second cake layer on top, top-side up. Spread a thin layer of frosting (crumb coat) all around the cake, then chill for 15 minutes.
Apply a final coat of frosting, smoothing it out with an offset spatula. Garnish with sprinkles, edible glitter, or cake toppers as desired.
Slice, serve, and enjoy your vibrant and festive 'Wearing O' the Green Cake'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7473 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 312.4 g | 401% | |
| Saturated Fat | 138.4 g | 692% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 938 mg | 313% | |
| Sodium | 3614 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1142.7 g | 416% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 891.5 g | ||
| Protein | 68.6 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 648 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 1236 mg | 26% | |
*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.
