Sueded Buttercream Cake: A Cozy Winter Showstopper

This Sueded Buttercream Cake is a delightful centerpiece for winter gatherings, featuring a unique sueded finish that adds warmth and whimsy.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 12 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Buttercream

2 cups confectioner's sugar Use powdered erythritol for a lower calorie option.
1 cup unsalted butter Must be at room temperature.
1 tablespoon vanilla extract Almond extract can also be used.
1 tablespoon milk Substitute with almond milk for dairy-free.

For the Sueded Effect

1 tablespoon petal dust Can use colored cocoa powder instead.
1 piece cheesecloth Can use a standard cloth but won't give fine control.

For the Decoration

1 cup colored sugar/sprinkles Edible glitter can also be used.
1 ounce edible silver dragées Inform guests that these are not meant to be eaten.

Equipment

mixing bowl
whisk
cheesecloth
Offset Spatula
flat-edged brush

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sueded Buttercream Cake

Whisk the sugar and petal dust together until evenly blended.
Prepare the powder puff using cheesecloth and colored sugar mix.
Dust the cake with the powder puff focusing on even coverage.
Let the cake rest for 10 minutes at room temperature.
Apply dimensional color with petal dust on the cake.
Clean up excess sugar around the base of the cake.
Create whimsical sprinkle snowflakes for decoration.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 40gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure the cake is at room temperature after decorating and avoid refrigerating it to maintain the sueded finish.

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