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Irresistible Bento Cake Recipe – Simple & Delicious


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  • Author: platesdaily
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves approximately 10 1x

Description

Treat your taste buds with this vibrant and delightful Irresistible Bento Cake! Perfect for birthdays or any celebration, this colorful layered cake combines rich flavors with an eye-catching presentation. Each slice reveals a delicious surprise, making it a showstopper at any gathering. Whether you’re a novice baker or a seasoned pro, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you to create a stunning dessert that brings smiles to everyone’s faces!


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • Gel food coloring (various colors)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line several round baking pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Gradually mix in milk until smooth. Divide batter into bowls based on the number of colors desired and add gel food coloring.
  5. Pour each colored batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Once cooled, layer cakes with frosting between each layer and over the top.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg