Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Cake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Add blue food coloring until the desired color is achieved.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Make the Frosting
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat on high speed until fluffy.
- Add blue food coloring to achieve the desired shade.
Assemble the Cake
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate with edible glitter and coconut flakes as desired.
- Slice and serve the Ocean Blue Cake to enjoy!
Nutrition
Notes
This cake can be made a day in advance. Store it in an airtight container to keep it fresh.