Echos of Easter

The tradition of baking and decorating cakes for Easter dates back to ancient times, symbolizing the end of Lent and the celebration of new life.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 130 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Echos of Easter

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, European Courses: Anytime, Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs 10 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Spring

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 3 drop Food coloring

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar and lemon juice to make the glaze.
9. Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top.
10. Add a few drops of food coloring to the remaining glaze and drizzle it in a decorative pattern over the cake.
11. Allow the glaze to set for at least 1 hour before serving.
12. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.