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Galaxy Cake

Cultural Context

The Galaxy Cake is a modern dessert trend that has captured the imagination of bakers and dessert lovers alike. Its vibrant colors and cosmic designs reflect a playful approach to baking, often seen at birthday parties and celebrations. This cake symbolizes creativity and whimsy, inviting decorators to explore their artistic side. While it originated in the United States, variations can now be found globally, with each baker adding their unique twist to the cosmic theme.

AmericanUSdessert
120 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
3 cups cake flour
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup butter
4 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
food coloring as needed
edible glitter for garnish

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cake flour

🥗Healthier: all-purpose flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

All-purpose flour is more accessible and versatile.

unsweetened cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: generic cocoa powder

Carob powder is caffeine-free and can be less expensive.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Grease and flour cake pans.

3

Mix cake flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.

4

Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients; mix until smooth.

5

Stir in boiling water until well combined; the batter will be thin.

6

Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans.

7

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

8

Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

9

Prepare frosting by beating butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.

10

Add heavy cream and food coloring; mix until well combined and desired color is achieved.

11

Frost the cooled cakes with the frosting, layering as desired.

12

Decorate with edible glitter to create a galaxy effect.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Cosmic CakeSpace Cake

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