Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups sugar
- 5 eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (red and white) for the soccer ball design
- Butter and flour for the baking pan
Preparation Time:
- Total preparation time: 2 hours (including baking time)
- Preparation before baking: 45 minutes
- Baking time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Butter and flour a round baking pan.
- Sift together flour and baking powder. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add oil and vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add the flour mixture into the egg mixture and mix until just combined.
- Divide the dough into two parts. Color one part red using food coloring.
- Pour the white dough into the baking pan first, then top with the red dough to form a soccer ball pattern.
- Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting or decorating as desired.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings)
Calories: Approx. 500-600 (depending on frosting and decoration)
Fat: Approx. 25-30g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 70-80g
Protein: Approx. 6-8g
Note: Nutrition facts may vary based on frosting, decoration, and other additions.
Dish Characteristics:
- Creative soccer ball design for a fun and themed dessert.
- Soft and moist cake with a rich flavor from the combination of eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Versatile dish that can be customized with different frostings and decorations.
User Comments:
- "This cake was a hit at my son's birthday party! The soccer ball design was really creative." - John Smith
- "The cake was delicious and moist, just like I wanted. The soccer ball design was a big hit with the kids." - Jane Doe
- "I was skeptical about making this cake, but it was actually quite easy to make and everyone loved it!" - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use food coloring that is safe for baking to ensure safety and quality of the cake.
- Make sure to use a round baking pan for the best soccer ball shape effect.
- Adjust the frosting and decoration according to your preference or the occasion's theme for a more personalized touch.
