Description
Bento Cake is a delightful dessert that brings joy to any occasion with its soft, sweet layers and creamy frosting. This whimsical treat is perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Easy to make and customizable, this cake not only looks stunning but tastes incredible too. Surprise your family and friends with a charming Bento Cake that’s sure to be the highlight of your dessert table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- Alternately mix in dry ingredients with milk until just combined.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg