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Peeps Easter Garden Cake

The Peeps Easter Garden Cake is a vibrant and festive dessert that serves as a beautiful centerpiece for your Easter feast.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 2 9-inch round cake pans
  • 1 mixing bowls
  • 1 electric mixer or whisk
  • 1 spatula
  • 1 cooling rack
  • 1 piping bag (optional)
  • 1 cake stand or platter

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch salt
  • 2 cups buttercream frosting Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 package (10 count) Peeps marshmallow chicks Assorted colors
  • 1 cup shredded coconut Optional, for grass effect
  • assorted edible decorations e.g., chocolate eggs, edible flowers

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour the two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In another large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add the vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • Once cooled, place one layer of cake on a cake stand or platter. Spread a layer of buttercream frosting on top.
  • Place the second layer of cake on top of the frosted first layer. Use the remaining buttercream frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake.
  • If desired, sprinkle the shredded coconut over the top and sides of the cake to create a grass effect.
  • Decorate the cake by placing the Peeps marshmallow chicks on top and around the sides. Add any additional edible decorations as desired.
  • Slice, serve, and enjoy your festive Peeps Easter Garden Cake!

Notes

For an extra fun touch, consider coloring the shredded coconut with a few drops of green food coloring to enhance the grass effect.
You can replace the buttercream frosting with cream cheese frosting for a different flavor profile.