Layer Cake with Holiday Frosting

Layer Cake with Holiday Frosting is a delicious dessert that is perfect for any festive occasion. This cake is made up of layers of moist and fluffy cake, filled with a creamy and sweet frosting that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. This recipe is easy to follow and can be made in just a few simple steps.
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 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk

For the frosting:

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
6. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
7. To make the frosting, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth. If desired, add food coloring to achieve your desired color.
8. Place one cake layer on a cake stand or serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top of the cake. Place the second cake layer on top of the frosting, and spread another layer of frosting on top.
9. Use the remaining frosting to frost the sides of the cake.
10. Decorate the cake with holiday-themed sprinkles or other decorations, if desired.
This Layer Cake with Holiday Frosting is a perfect dessert for any festive occasion. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is creamy and sweet. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. This dish can be classified as a dessert and its main ingredients are flour, sugar, and butter.

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to create a light and airy cake.
- Be sure to allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting. If the cakes are still warm, the frosting will melt and slide off.
- If you want to achieve a more vibrant color for your frosting, add a few drops of food coloring at a time until you reach your desired shade.