Looking for a delicious and festive treat to impress your guests this holiday season? Look no further than this snowflake Christmas cake recipe! This elegant and mouth-watering dessert is sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering. Not only does it taste amazing, but it also adds a beautiful touch to your holiday table. With its snowy white frosting and delicate snowflake decorations, this cake is the perfect way to celebrate the winter season. Let's dive into the recipe and learn how to create this winter wonderland dessert.
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<h2>Ingredients</h2>
<h3>Dry Ingredients:</h3>
<ul>
<li><b>All-purpose flour</b> - 2 1/2 cups</li>
<li><b>Baking powder</b> - 2 teaspoons</li>
<li><b>Baking soda</b> - 1 teaspoon</li>
<li><b>Salt</b> - 1/2 teaspoon</li>
</ul>
<h3>Wet Ingredients:</h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Butter</b> - 1 cup, softened</li>
<li><b>Granulated sugar</b> - 1 1/2 cups</li>
<li><b>Eggs</b> - 3</li>
<li><b>Sour cream</b> - 1 cup</li>
<li><b>Vanilla extract</b> - 2 teaspoons</li>
</ul>
<h3>Frosting and Decorations:</h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Butter</b> - 1 cup, softened</li>
<li><b>Cream cheese</b> - 8 ounces, softened</li>
<li><b>Confectioners' sugar</b> - 4 cups</li>
<li><b>Vanilla extract</b> - 1 teaspoon</li>
<li><b>Snowflake decorations</b> - for garnish</li>
</ul>
<h2>Instructions</h2>
<h3>Step 1: Preheat your oven</h3>
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
<h3>Step 2: Prepare the dry ingredients</h3>
In a medium bowl, whisk together the <b>flour</b>, <b>baking powder</b>, <b>baking soda</b>, and <b>salt</b>. Set aside.
<h3>Step 3: Cream the wet ingredients</h3>
In a large bowl, beat the <b>butter</b> and <b>sugar</b> together until light and fluffy. Add in the <b>eggs</b> one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the <b>sour cream</b> and <b>vanilla extract</b> until well combined.
<h3>Step 4: Combine the wet and dry ingredients</h3>
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
<h3>Step 5: Bake the cake</h3>
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
<h3>Step 6: Make the frosting</h3>
In a large bowl, beat the <b>butter</b> and <b>cream cheese</b> together until smooth. Gradually add in the <b>confectioners' sugar</b> and <b>vanilla extract</b>, mixing until well combined and the frosting is smooth and creamy.
<h3>Step 7: Decorate the cake</h3>
Once the cake is completely cooled, frost it with the prepared frosting. You can use a knife or an offset spatula to create a smooth and even layer. Then, use snowflake decorations to create a beautiful and festive design on top of the cake.
<h3>Step 8: Serve and enjoy!</h3>
Slice and serve your snowflake Christmas cake to your guests and watch as they are amazed by both the taste and the elegant snowflake design. Enjoy this delicious and festive dessert all throughout the holiday season.
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