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Showstopping Flag Cake for Memorial Day

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Celebrate Memorial Day with this Showstopping Flag Cake, a vibrant and delightful dessert that layers fluffy vanilla cake with rich whipped cream and fresh strawberries and blueberries. This stunning cake not only captures the spirit of the holiday but also delivers a burst of delicious flavors, making it the perfect centerpiece for your gathering. Easy to prepare and adaptable for any occasion, this cake will wow your guests and leave them wanting more.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually alternate mixing in dry ingredients and milk until just combined.
  6. Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Once cooled, frost layers with whipped cream, then decorate with strawberries as stripes and blueberries as stars.
  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (112g)
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg