How to Make an Epic Rainbow Cake

Learn how to create the most stunning and delicious rainbow cake with this easy-to-follow recipe. This multi-layered cake is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds, combining vibrant colors and a rich and moist cake base. Impress your friends and family with this show-stopping dessert that will bring joy to any occasion.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• Food coloring (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour six 8-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
3. In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly into six bowls. Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl and mix well until the desired colors are achieved.
6. Pour each colored batter into a separate prepared cake pan. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
8. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once the cakes are completely cooled, level the tops if necessary. Place the purple layer on a serving plate or cake stand.
10. Spread a layer of frosting on top of the purple layer, then add the blue layer. Repeat this process with the remaining colors, stacking them in the order of the rainbow: green, yellow, orange, and finally red.
11. Once all the layers are stacked, frost the entire cake with a thin layer of frosting to seal in the crumbs. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
12. Remove the cake from the refrigerator and frost it with the remaining frosting, smoothing it out with a spatula or a cake scraper.
13. Decorate the cake as desired, using additional food coloring, sprinkles, or other decorations.
14. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
15. Slice and serve the epic rainbow cake, and enjoy the delight on everyone's faces as they marvel at your creation!

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