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Introduction
Are you planning a birthday party for a car enthusiast or a child who loves cars? A car-shaped cake can be an impressive centerpiece for your party. It may seem daunting to make, but with a little patience and creativity, you can make an edible car that looks amazing and tastes delicious. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of making a car-shaped cake from scratch.
Ingredients
For the cake: - 2 cups all-purpose flour - 2 teaspoons baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened - 1 cup granulated sugar - 2 eggs - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 1 cup whole milk For the frosting: - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened - 4 cups powdered sugar - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract - 2-3 tablespoons whole milk - Food coloring (optional) For the decorations: - Fondant or modeling chocolate in various colors - Edible markers - Candies or sprinkles for details
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a car-shaped cake pan, or a rectangular cake pan and a round cake pan. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. 3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. 4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. 5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined. 6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan(s) and smooth the top with a spatula. 7. Bake the cake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 8. Let the cake cool in the pan(s) for 10 minutes, then transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Preparing the Frosting
1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. 2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until smooth. 3. Stir in the vanilla extract. 4. Add 2-3 tablespoons of whole milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. 5. If you want to color the frosting, divide it into separate bowls and add food coloring to each bowl.
Assembling the Cake
1. Once the cake is completely cool, level the top with a serrated knife if necessary. 2. Spread a thin layer of frosting on the top of the rectangular cake and place the round cake on top, lining it up with the rectangular cake to form the car's body. 3. Use a serrated knife to carve the cake into the shape of a car. Use pictures of cars as a reference, and make sure to leave enough cake for the wheels and other details. 4. Spread a thin layer of frosting all over the cake to seal in the crumbs (this is called a crumb coat) and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes. 5. Apply a second, thicker layer of frosting all over the cake. Use a spatula to smooth it out as much as possible. 6. Roll out the fondant or modeling chocolate into thin sheets and use cookie cutters or a knife to cut out shapes for the windows, headlights, and other details. Use edible markers to draw on the details. 7. Attach the decorations to the cake using a small amount of frosting or edible glue. 8. Use candies or sprinkles to add more details, such as wheels, bumpers, and license plates. 9. Refrigerate the cake until ready to serve.
Nutrition
This recipe makes about 12-16 servings, depending on the size of the cake. The nutritional information will vary depending on the type and amount of frosting and decorations used. The cake itself contains about 220 calories per serving, with 9 grams of fat, 33 grams of carbohydrates, and 3 grams of protein. The frosting adds about 200 calories per serving, with 12 grams of fat, 27 grams of carbohydrates, and no protein. To reduce the calorie and fat content, you can use a lighter frosting or skip some of the decorations.
