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Perfect Class of 2026 Number Cake

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A visually stunning and stable layered number cake perfect for graduation celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 240 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 227 g softened butter
  • 200 g granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 240 ml milk
  • 225 g cream cheese
  • 113 g softened butter (for frosting)
  • 400 g powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla (for frosting)
  • 1-2 tbsp heavy cream (to adjust frosting consistency)
  • Fresh berries, sprinkles, or edible glitter (for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line cake pans or baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl; set aside.
  3. Beat softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Add dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix gently until combined.
  6. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and smooth tops. Bake 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to cooling racks. Cut out numbers using cardboard stencils.
  8. Beat cream cheese and softened butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until fluffy. Adjust consistency with heavy cream.
  9. Frost tops and sides of number shapes and decorate with berries or glitter. Chill briefly to set if desired.

Notes

Use chilled frosting between layers for better assembly. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a gluten-free blend and add xanthan gum. For vegan, use plant-based butter and non-dairy milk.

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