Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkle mix (available at supermarkets)
- 1 can vanilla frosting (found in the baking aisle)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including baking time)
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes at 350°F (177°C)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
- In a large bowl, combine eggs, sugar, oil or melted butter, and mix well.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the egg mixture and mix until combined.
- Stir in rainbow sprinkle mix.
- Pour into a greased and floured 8-inch round cake pan.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting.
- Spread vanilla frosting on top of the cake and decorate with more rainbow sprinkle mix.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)
Calories: Approx. 400-500 (depending on frosting amount)
Fat: Approx. 25-35g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 60-70g
Protein: Approx. 5-7g
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique color combination with the rainbow sprinkle mix adding a fun and colorful touch.
- Vanilla frosting provides a rich, creamy taste that goes well with the cake's texture.
- Moderate sweetness that caters to most American taste preferences.
User Comments:
- "The rainbow sprinkle mix made this cake stand out! Kids loved it."
- "The vanilla frosting was so creamy and paired perfectly with the cake."
- "Easy to make, yet impressive enough for a special occasion."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth mixture.
- Use a toothpick to check for doneness; avoid overbaking to ensure the cake remains moist.
- Decorate the cake with rainbow sprinkle mix while it's still warm so they stick better.
