Description
Create holiday magic with this stunning Santa Claus Cake! Featuring vibrant red and white swirls, a moist vanilla base, and creamy buttercream frosting, this festive cake is perfect for Christmas parties, family gatherings, or as a holiday centerpiece. Easy to make and customizable with sprinkles, it’s a treat everyone will love.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Red and white food coloring
- 1 ½ cups buttercream frosting
- Red and white sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until combined.
- Divide batter into two bowls. Tint one portion with red food coloring.
- Pour alternating layers of batter into the pan. Swirl gently with a skewer for a marble effect.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Frost with buttercream and decorate with sprinkles.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use 1:1 gluten-free flour.
- Substitute buttermilk with 1 cup milk mixed with 1 tbsp vinegar.
- Gel food coloring offers vibrant hues and avoids thinning the batter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
