Celebrate Kelly Clarkson's birthday in style with a quilted cake that's sure to be the star of the show! This delicious cake is sure to impress your guests and make your birthday party an event to remember. The quilted pattern is easy to make and looks stunning when finished. With just a few simple ingredients and a few steps, you can create a cake that everyone will be talking about for years to come.
Ingredients
- 1 box of yellow cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup of vegetable oil
- 1 cup of water
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons of heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 2 tablespoons of flour
- 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder
- A 9-inch round cake pan
- A pastry brush
- A rolling pin
- A quilting template
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Prepare the cake mix according to the instructions on the box.
- Grease the cake pan with the butter.
- Pour the batter into the cake pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake the cake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the quilting pattern. In a bowl, mix together the sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, heavy cream, baking powder, salt, flour, and cocoa powder. Mix until all the ingredients are well blended.
- Once the cake is finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes. Use the quilting template to mark the quilting pattern on the cake.
- Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the quilted pattern with the sugar and cocoa powder mixture.
- Roll out the remaining sugar and cocoa powder mixture on a flat surface with a rolling pin, and then cut it into strips. Place the strips on top of the quilted pattern to create a quilted effect.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving. Enjoy!
People Also Ask
What does quilting a cake mean?
Quilting a cake means using a quilting template to mark a quilted pattern on the cake and then brushing the pattern with a sugar and cocoa powder mixture. The mixture is then cut into strips and placed on top of the quilted pattern to create a quilted effect.
Can I use a different cake mix for this recipe?
Yes, you can use any flavor of cake mix for this recipe. Just be sure to follow the instructions on the box for best results.
How long will the cake keep?
The cake will keep for up to 3 days if stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
