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A letter cake with frosting and berries

Letter Cake

Chef Bella
Letter Cake is a customizable dessert perfect for birthdays, weddings, and other celebrations. It features moist sponge cake layers, creamy frosting, and vibrant decorations like fruits and macarons.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Modern
Servings 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • Buttercream frosting or whipped cream
  • Decorative toppings macarons, fruits, sprinkles, edible flowers

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your letter template.
  • Combine dry ingredients in a bowl. Cream butter and sugar in another bowl, then mix in eggs and vanilla. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk.
  • Spread batter into sheet pans and bake for 20–25 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Cut cake into desired letter shapes using the template.
  • Pipe frosting between layers, assemble, and smooth the edges.
  • Decorate with toppings of your choice.
  • Chill for 30 minutes before serving.