Ingredients and Weight:
- Cake flour: 500 grams
- Butter: 250 grams
- Sugar: 300 grams
- Eggs: 8 (large)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Food coloring (red, orange, yellow, green, blue): as needed for layers
- Baking powder: 1 tablespoon
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 2 hours (including baking time)
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one by one, beating well after each addition.
- Add vanilla extract and mix.
- Sift together cake flour and baking powder. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter-egg mixture, mixing well after each addition.
- Divide the batter into separate bowls for each color (red, orange, yellow, green, blue). Add food coloring to each bowl accordingly.
- Pour each colored batter into separate baking pans lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely before assembling the rainbow cake.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming equal distribution of ingredients across layers)
Calories: 567kcal, Fat: 27g, Carbohydrates: 79g, Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- Vibrant colors from the food coloring add a fun and festive touch.
- Layers of different colors create a visually appealing and interesting flavor combination.
- The cake is moist and light with a rich buttery flavor.
User Comments:
- "This rainbow cake was so pretty! It was a hit with my family and friends."
- "The colors were so vibrant and the flavor was delicious. I will definitely make this again."
- "I love how creative this dish is. It was a fun project to make with my kids."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use good quality food coloring to ensure vibrant colors in the cake layers.
- Use a toothpick to check if the cakes are done baking to prevent overcooking.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely before assembling to ensure they hold their shape better.
