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Close-up of a freshly baked Chaos Cakes, showcasing its rich texture and vibrant layers. Garnished with [ingredient(s)] and elegantly plated, captured in soft natural light on a rustic wooden table.

Chaos Cakes

Chaos Cakes are a whimsical dessert that combines bold flavors and an eye-catching presentation. These cakes are often decorated in vibrant colors, representing the chaos of flavor combinations, with layers of sweet, tangy, and rich elements. Perfect for anyone who loves an adventurous treat!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour: 2 cups
  • Granulated sugar: 1 cup
  • Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
  • Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
  • Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (softened)
  • Eggs: 2 large
  • Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
  • Whole milk: 1 cup
  • Food coloring: Red, blue, and yellow (for vibrant layers)
  • Buttercream frosting: 2 cups (store-bought or homemade)
  • Rainbow sprinkles: 1/4 cup (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line two 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
  • Prepare dry ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
  • Combine the dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth.
  • Divide the batter: Divide the batter evenly into three bowls. Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl (red, blue, yellow) and mix until well-colored.
  • Layer the cake: In the prepared pans, spoon a dollop of each colored batter randomly, layering one color on top of the other. Use a skewer or knife to swirl the colors together for a marbled effect.
  • Bake the cakes: Place the pans in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool the cakes: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Frost the cakes: Once cooled, spread a layer of buttercream frosting between the two cakes and on top. Decorate with rainbow sprinkles for extra flair.
  • Serve and enjoy: Slice and serve your Chaos Cakes, enjoying the fun color and flavor chaos!

Notes

  • For a fun twist, try adding a hint of citrus zest (like lemon or orange) to the batter for an extra layer of flavor.
  • If you want a more chaotic look, you can skip swirling the colors and layer them in a more random fashion.
  • Author: Natalie
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 30 g
  • Sodium: 180 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 55 mg

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