Discover how to make a show-stopping YouTube-themed cake that’s as delicious as it is shareable!
Ever dreamt of baking a cake so sensational that it rivals any YouTube sensation? You’re in the right spot! Whether you’re a kitchen newbie or a seasoned whisk wizard, this concoction is about to blow your taste buds and subscribers away. Packed with steps that could turn Gordon Ramsay into your biggest fan and a sprinkle of fun, we’ve got the whole recipe mapped out for you. Ready to whisk fame right into your kitchen? Let’s bake this trending masterpiece together!
About the YouTube Cake
This YouTube Cake is a fun, vibrant, and delicious homage to everyone’s favorite video platform. Ideal for birthdays, or any occasion where a little bit of internet magic is needed, this cake combines rich flavors with playful decoration.
- Cooking Method: Baking
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Cuisine Type: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Red and white food coloring
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let cool in pans for 10 minutes. Then turn onto wire racks to cool completely.
- For frosting, beat together powdered sugar, heavy cream, and 1/4 cup softened butter until smooth and fluffy.
- Divide the frosting into two portions. Color one portion red using food coloring to match the iconic YouTube red.
- Once the cakes are cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of white frosting over it.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with either red or white frosting, ensuring even coverage.
- Optional: Decorate the cake with YouTube play button shapes using contrasting red and white frosting.
Suggestions
- Swap whole milk with almond milk for a dairy-free version.
- Add a teaspoon of almond or coconut extract for a fun twist.
- Garnish with edible glitter or sprinkles for extra pizzazz.
- For a moist cake, brush layers with simple syrup before frosting.
- Split the batter to make a two-tone inside by coloring half red and half white.
