Description

Indulge in the beauty and taste of Hydrangea Cakes, charming mini cakes that beautifully mimic the delicate hydrangea flower. Perfect for birthdays, spring celebrations, or any elegant gathering, these delightful desserts are not just a feast for the eyes; they’re packed with rich flavors and soft textures that will impress your guests. With vibrant colors created by gel food coloring and a luscious buttercream frosting, these petite treats are easy to make and can be customized to fit any occasion. Whether you choose pastel shades for a garden party or bold hues for a festive celebration, these Hydrangea Cakes are sure to be the star of your dessert table.

Ingredients

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10.5 oz granulated sugar (1 1/2 cups)
10.5 oz cake flour (2 2/3 cups)
4 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp salt
4 fl oz large egg whites (1/2 cup)
8 fl oz milk (1 cup)
1 TBSP vanilla extract
6 oz unsalted butter (1.5 sticks), at room temperature
6 fl oz pasteurized liquid egg whites (3/4 cup)
24 oz powdered sugar (6 cups)
½ tsp salt
24 oz unsalted butter (3 sticks), at room temperature
2 TBSP vanilla extract
Assorted gel food coloring

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In one bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream room temperature butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Gradually add egg whites while mixing.
Mix milk and vanilla in a separate bowl, then combine with the butter mixture. Slowly incorporate dry ingredients until just combined.
Divide batter into bowls and tint each portion with different gel food colors.
Spoon colored batters into prepared pans and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool before frosting.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 180
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg