20 Easter Cake Recipe Ideas Cook Up Something Special!

Classic Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups grated carrots
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons milk

Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch cake pans. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. In a separate large bowl, beat the sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined. Fold in the grated carrots and chopped pecans. Divide the batter evenly between the two cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely before frosting.

To make the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Add in the vanilla extract and powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until well combined. If the frosting is too thick, add in a tablespoon of milk at a time until desired consistency is reached. Once the cakes are cooled, frost in between the layers and on top. Garnish with extra chopped pecans, if desired.

Colorful Easter Egg Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 box white cake mix
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 3 egg whites
• Food coloring (in various colors)
• 1 can vanilla frosting
• Colored sprinkles

Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and egg whites until well combined. Divide the batter into six smaller bowls. In each bowl, mix in a different food coloring until you have six different colored batters. Pour each colored batter into the prepared pan, creating a rainbow effect. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.

Once cooled, use a knife or cookie cutter to cut out egg-shaped pieces from the cake. Arrange the pieces on a large platter to create the shape of a large Easter egg. Microwave the vanilla frosting for 30 seconds and pour over the cake, spreading evenly. Add colored sprinkles on top for a festive touch.

Whether you prefer a classic carrot cake or a colorful creation, these easter cake recipe ideas are sure to impress your taste buds and your guests. Don't be afraid to get creative and add your own twists to these recipes. Happy baking and happy Easter!