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Sakura Essence White Cake

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  • Author: chloe
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful white cake infused with sakura essence, creating a light and fluffy dessert perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon sakura essence
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Homemade pink sprinkles for decoration


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one by one, ensuring they are fully incorporated before the next addition.
  4. Stir in the sakura essence.
  5. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  6. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  8. Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cakes cool for about 10 minutes in their pans before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  10. Decorate with homemade pink sprinkles before serving.

Notes

For an artistic flair, consider adding edible flowers along with pink sprinkles for decoration.