Introduction
Celebrate your special day with a delectable Gourmet Live’s First-Birthday Cake. This recipe combines classic baking techniques with modern twists, ensuring that this cake is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor to make any celebration memorable.
Tips for this Recipe
To achieve the best results from Gourmet Live’s First-Birthday Cake, consider prepping your workspace and ingredients before starting. Ensure that butter is softened to room temperature to properly cream with sugar. Use warmed eggs for a smoother batter. Following each step accurately will result in the perfect cake.
Why you will love this recipe
This first-birthday cake is designed to be a showstopper, with its intricate decorations and delightful flavors. Every bite tells the story of a milestone celebrated in style. The combination of rich buttercream and moist sponge guarantees a taste that will have guests asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 3 cups sifted cake flour (not self-rising; sift before measuring)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/4 sticks (1 cup plus 2 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs, warmed in warm water 5 minutes
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Adviced Equipments
- Cake Baking Pan – Standard Size (9″ in Diameter)
- Stand Mixer with Prep Mode for Egg Whites and Buttercream
- Digital Kitchen Scale for Accurate Measuring
- Silicone Cupcake Liners Set for Individual Cakes
- Offset Spatula – Ideal for Frosting, Icing, & Decorating
- Turntable for Easy Cake Rotation During Decoration
- Electric Hand Mixer (if not using a stand mixer)
- Piping Bags Set with Different Tips for Decorative Finishes
- Cooling Rack – Essential for Properly Storing the Baked Cake
- Heat-Resistant Silicone Mat – Useful for Preparing Ingredients that Need to be Chilled
History of the Recipe
Gourmet Live’s First-Birthday Cake is a nod to traditional birthday cakes with an innovative twist. Drawing inspiration from classic European desserts, this recipe has been crafted by culinary experts at Gourmet Live to celebrate the joys of childhood and family traditions. The inclusion of gourmet ingredients elevates it beyond a simple birthday cake, making every slice an homage to sophisticated flavors.
Fun Facts about this Recipe
Did you know that the use of a silicone cupcake liner set not only adds convenience but also reduces waste? Innovation is at the heart of Gourmet Live’s recipes, ensuring that we celebrate every occasion while caring for our environment. The artful decorations on this first-birthday cake are a blend of handcrafted elegance and precision, reflecting the care put into each element of the recipe.