Rustic Winter Wedding Cake
A charming and cozy cake perfect for winter weddings, featuring simple ingredients and traditional techniques for a beautiful centerpiece.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Frosting and Decorations
- Frosting (buttercream or cream cheese works well)
- Decorations (like pine cones, berries, or greenery)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decoration
- Once cool, frost the layers and decorate as desired.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the icing. Consider adding cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm, seasonal flavor. Experiment with different decorations to match your wedding theme.