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Peeps Cake

Peeps Cake

This Peeps Cake is a fun and festive Easter dessert, featuring a soft vanilla cake topped with fluffy frosting and decorated with colorful Peeps marshmallow chicks and sprinkles!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 cups buttercream frosting
  • 12 pieces Peeps marshmallow chicks assorted colors
  • 1/4 cup pastel sprinkles

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch cake pans.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk alternately, mixing until just combined.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
  • Bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Frost the cooled cakes with buttercream frosting, smoothing the top and sides.
  • Arrange Peeps marshmallow chicks around the edges and top of the cake.
  • Sprinkle pastel sprinkles over the top for decoration.
  • Chill the cake for 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Customization: Use colored frosting to match different Peeps varieties.
  • Layering Tip: Add a filling of marshmallow fluff between layers for extra sweetness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.2mg
Keyword Easter Cake, Easy Celebration Cake, Marshmallow Cake, Peeps Cake, Spring Desserts
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