Black and White Themed Cake
An elegant and delicious cake combining rich chocolate and smooth vanilla flavors, perfect for any celebration.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- White fondant (for decoration)
- Dark ganache (for filling or decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk until fully combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cooled, layer the cakes with dark ganache and cover them with smooth white fondant.
- Decorate as desired and serve at your celebration!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week. Avoid refrigeration if decorated with fondant.