Easter Egg Surprise Cake
Easter Egg Surprise Cake is a delightful treat that features a rich chocolate exterior and a whimsical surprise of colorful candy eggs hidden inside. Perfect for festive gatherings, this cake not only tantalizes the taste buds but also sparks joy with its vibrant presentation. Imagine the excitement as you slice into this masterpiece to reveal its sweet hidden treasures! Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, this cake will surely become the star of your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup colorful candy eggs (for filling)
- Frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, cream the butter until smooth; gradually add sugar and beat until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until fully incorporated.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture, alternating with milk until just mixed.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely, then cut each layer in half horizontally and fill one layer with colorful candy eggs before stacking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Experiment with different types of frosting like cream cheese or whipped ganache for added flavor. Consider adding lemon zest or almond extract to the batter for a unique twist.