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Max and Ruby Cake Recipe

Max and Ruby Cake Recipe

There is something magical about baking a fun, colorful cake for kids. This Max and Ruby Cake Recipe brings smiles and joy to every table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For Frosting:

  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 –3 tablespoons milk
  • Food coloring pink, blue, white

Instructions
  

Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease your cake pans with butter and line them with parchment paper. This helps the cake come out easily after baking.

Cream Butter and Sugar

  • In a mixing bowl, add softened butter and sugar. Beat them together until light and fluffy. This step helps make the cake soft and airy.

Add Eggs and Vanilla

  • Add eggs one at a time into the mixture. Mix well after each addition. Then add vanilla extract. Stir gently to combine all ingredients smoothly.

Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt. Stir well so everything is evenly combined. This helps the cake rise properly while baking.

Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

  • Slowly add the dry mixture into the wet mixture. Add milk gradually while mixing. Stir until smooth batter forms. Do not overmix or the cake may become dense.

Pour into Cake Pans

  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Smooth the top with a spatula. This helps the cake bake evenly and look nice.

Bake the Cake

  • Place the pans in the oven. Bake for 25–30 minutes. Insert a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.

Cool the Cake

  • Remove the cakes from the oven. Let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a cooling rack. Let them cool completely before frosting.

Prepare the Frosting

  • In a bowl, beat butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar slowly. Add vanilla and milk. Mix until smooth and fluffy. Divide into portions and add food colors.

Decorate the Cake

  • Spread frosting on one cake layer. Place the second layer on top. Cover the whole cake with frosting. Use colors to create Max and Ruby themed designs.

Notes

  • Use cake flour for extra soft texture
  • Add sprinkles for a fun look
  • Use whipped cream frosting for a lighter option
  • Add fruit jam between layers for extra flavor
  • Chill the cake before decorating for clean edges
  • Use simple designs if you are a beginner
Keyword Max and Ruby Cake Recipe