Rainbow Buttercream Christmas Cake

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cups whole milk
• Assorted gel food colors for the buttercream
• 3 cups powdered sugar for the buttercream
• (Calories: Approximately 350 kcal per slice)

Cooking Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease and flour three 8-inch cake pans.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until well combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly into separate bowls and tint each bowl with a different color of gel food coloring.
6. Pour the colored batters into the prepared cake pans, creating layers.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
8. For the buttercream, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until smooth.
9. Divide the buttercream into bowls and tint each bowl with a different color.
10. Place one cake layer on a serving plate, frost the top with a layer of buttercream. Repeat with the remaining layers.
11. Use the remaining buttercream to frost the sides and top of the cake, creating a rainbow effect.
12. Decorate as desired with festive sprinkles, ornaments, or edible glitter.
13. Slice into this Rainbow Buttercream Christmas Cake and savor the joyous layers of color and flavor. It's a treat that's sure to brighten your holiday celebrations!