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St. Patrick's Day Cake

Irresistible St. Patrick's Day Cake with Lucky Charms Surprise

Delight in this St. Patrick's Day Cake featuring vibrant layers and a hidden Lucky Charms surprise, perfect for your celebration.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 5.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider cake flour for a lighter texture.
  • 1 Tbsp. Baking Powder Essential for fluffiness.
  • 1 tsp. Kosher Salt Can substitute with table salt.
  • 3 cups Granulated Sugar Do not reduce for optimal flavor.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it's at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil is a great substitute.
  • 6 Large Eggs Use room temperature eggs for best results.
  • 1 Tbsp. Pure Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be a wonderful alternative.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can replace with almond or oat milk.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt works as a substitute.
  • Food Coloring Use gel food colors for best results.
For the Frosting
  • 8 cups Powdered Sugar Ensures a delightful finish.
  • 1/3 cup Heavy Cream Evaporated milk is a suitable alternative.
For the Marshmallow Center
  • 1.5 cups Lucky Charm Marshmallows Essential for the hidden surprise.
For Decoration
  • Green, Black, and Yellow Food Coloring Make your cake truly pop.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Electric Mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • measuring spoons
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease three 9-inch round cake pans with cooking spray. Line the bottom of each pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 5 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter and 3 cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add 6 large eggs, one at a time, and stir in 1 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Carefully alternate adding the dry ingredients and 1 cup each of whole milk and sour cream to the wet mixture.
  6. Divide the batter into bowls, add food coloring to each, and mix until desired colors are achieved.
  7. Pour each colored batter into the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the layers cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  9. Once cooled, carefully cut out small sections in the center of each layer and fill with 1 1/2 cups of Lucky Charm marshmallows.
  10. Stack the layers using buttercream frosting to hold them together, then frost the exterior with buttercream.
  11. Decorate with green, black, and yellow food coloring and add extra Lucky Charms on top for a finishing touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 45gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Use gel food coloring for vibrant hues, and avoid over-mixing for a fluffier cake.

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