Wooly Sweater
Snuggle up with the delightful charm of the "Wooly Sweater" cake, a dessert that feels as warm and inviting as your favorite winter knit. This tender, vanilla-infused cake boasts a moist crumb, perfectly balanced with a luscious layer of homemade whipped cream sweetened with powdered sugar. What sets this recipe apart is its creative design: use gel food coloring and a piping bag to craft intricate "sweater" patterns, from braids to zigzags, transforming a simple cake into a cozy, edible masterpiece. Perfect for seasonal gatherings or as a show-stopping centerpiece, this cake is easy to prepare yet stunningly decorative. With just 25 minutes of prep and a quick chill in the fridge, the Wooly Sweater cake is your go-to dessert for bringing warmth and whimsy to any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large Eggs
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 2 cups Heavy whipping cream
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- as needed Gel food coloring (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by greasing it lightly and lining it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to combine.
Add the softened butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk to the dry ingredients. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed to blend until smooth and fully combined, about 2-3 minutes.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely.
While the cake cools, prepare the whipped cream. In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar together on high speed until stiff peaks form. Add gel food coloring if you'd like to create a decorative effect.
Once the cake is completely cool, use a serrated knife to trim the edges and top if needed for even layers. Optionally, you can cut the cake into smaller layers if desired.
Spread a generous layer of whipped cream over the top of the cake. Use a piping bag fitted with a small round or star tip to pipe decorative 'sweater' patterns on the cake, such as braided designs or zigzags, to mimic a cozy sweater texture.
Chill the decorated cake in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes to set the whipped cream.
Slice and serve the 'Wooly Sweater' cake to your guests, inviting them to cozy up with this sweet, charming dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 275.9 g | 354% | |
| Saturated Fat | 164.0 g | 820% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1313 mg | 438% | |
| Sodium | 1728 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 411.2 g | 150% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 269.4 g | ||
| Protein | 44.5 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 364 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 725 mg | 15% | |
*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.
