Sakura Cake Addiction – Too Beautiful to Resist
Discover the ultimate sakura cake recipe—delicate, floral, and perfect for Japanese themed celebrations. A must-try dessert for every occasion!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tbsp sakura syrup or cherry blossom extract
- A few drops of pink food coloring optional
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp sakura syrup
- Pink food coloring optional
For Decoration:
- Edible sakura flowers
- White chocolate shavings
- Cherry blossom petals for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla extract and sakura syrup.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk, and mix until smooth.
- Add pink food coloring for a delicate pastel hue.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
Step 2: Make the Sakura Frosting
- Beat butter until creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well.
- Stir in sakura syrup and heavy cream.
- Add food coloring if desired and mix until smooth.
Step 3: Assemble and Decorate
- Spread frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
- Use Cherry Blossom Cake Decoration techniques, adding sakura flowers and white chocolate shavings.
- Garnish with cherry blossom petals for an elegant touch.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Total Fat: 15 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 200 mg