Christmas Tree Farm Cake

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
• Green food coloring
• Assorted decorations for tree (candy canes, mini ornaments, etc.)

Cooking Steps:

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a Christmas tree-shaped cake pan.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar In another bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 4: Add Eggs and Vanilla Beat in eggs, one at a time, and add vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

Step 5: Alternate with Buttermilk Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6: Add Green Coloring Add green food coloring to achieve the desired shade for the Christmas tree. Mix until evenly colored.

Step 7: Pour and Bake Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8: Decorate Like a Christmas Tree Once the cake is cooled, decorate it with assorted ornaments and candies to resemble a festive Christmas tree farm.

Step 9: Serve and Delight Serve the Christmas Tree Farm Cake as a delightful centerpiece, bringing joy and a touch of holiday magic to your celebrations.

Create lasting memories with the Christmas Tree Farm Cake – a visually enchanting and delicious treat that adds a festive touch to your holiday gatherings.