Assemble a picture-perfect rainbow cake like a pro?

Become a master architect of desserts! Unleash your creativity and learn the art of assembling a picture-perfect Rainbow Cake that will make everyone's jaw drop. It's time to take your baking skills to new heights!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, assemble a picture-perfect Rainbow Cake like a pro. Items include: all-purpose flour baking powder salt sugar butter eggs vanilla extract milk gel food coloring frosting rainbow sprinkles edible glitter

all-purpose flour 2 1/2 cups
baking powder 2 1/2 teaspoons
salt pinch
sugar 1 3/4 cups
butter 3/4 cup
eggs 4 large
vanilla extract 2 teaspoons
milk 1 cup
gel food coloring assorted colors
frosting as needed
rainbow sprinkles as desired
edible glitter as desired

Take note
Be careful while handling hot items and sharp objects. Ensure that the cake is completely cooled before frosting.

1

Prepare the cake batter

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. In a separate bowl, cream together 1 3/4 cups of sugar and 3/4 cup of softened butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add 4 large eggs, one at a time, followed by 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and 1 cup of milk to the butter mixture. Mix until just combined.

2

Divide and color the batter

Divide the cake batter evenly into six separate bowls. Add a different gel food coloring to each bowl, creating vibrant colors like red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. Mix the colors well until the batter is uniformly colored.

3

Bake the cake layers

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour six 8-inch round cake pans. Pour each colored batter into a separate cake pan. Smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let the cake layers cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Transfer the layers to a wire rack to cool completely.

4

Level the cake layers

Once the cake layers have cooled, use a serrated knife to level the tops if necessary. Ensure that all the layers are of equal height to achieve a polished look.

5

Stack and frost the layers

Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a layer of frosting of your choice (buttercream or cream cheese frosting works well) over the top. Repeat this process with the remaining cake layers, stacking them one on top of the other and alternating colors. Once all the layers are stacked, frost the top and sides of the cake with a thin layer of frosting. This is called the crumb coat, which helps to seal in any loose crumbs. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.

6

Finalize the decoration

Apply a final, thicker layer of frosting to the top and sides of the cake, ensuring smooth and even coverage. Use a cake smoother or offset spatula to create a professional finish. To add extra flair, decorate the cake with rainbow sprinkles, edible glitter, or any other desired toppings. Your picture-perfect Rainbow Cake is now ready to be admired and enjoyed!