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Easter egg cake

17/11/2023

The Easter egg-shaped cake is a rather decorative confectionery creation inspired by the tradition of celebrating Easter with symbols of rebirth and fertility, such as the egg. There isn’t a standard recipe for an “Easter Egg Cake” as it can vary greatly depending on personal preferences and traditions. However, I can provide you with a simple recipe for a basic cake decorated in the shape of an Easter egg.

Ingredients

  • 250 g of flour
  • 200 g of sugar
  • 100 g of soft butter
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 sachet of baking powder
  • Grated zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • Milk (if necessary to soften the dough)

For the decoration:

  • Colored sugar paste
  • Food coloring (if necessary)
  • Royal icing or melted chocolate (to attach decorations)
  • Sprinkles, confetti, or other decorative elements as desired

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
  2. In a bowl, whisk the soft butter with the sugar until it becomes frothy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, continuing to beat.
  4. Fold the sifted flour, baking powder, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt into the mixture, and mix until homogeneous. If it is too thick, add a little milk to soften.
  5. Pour the dough into an egg-shaped mould or cut out the egg shape after baking in a round or square pan.
  6. Bake in the oven for about 30-40 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Once baked, let it cool completely before proceeding with the decoration.
  8. To decorate, roll out the sugar paste and cover the cake giving it the shape of an Easter egg. Decorate with food coloring, icing, or melted chocolate and add details like sprinkles or confetti of your choice.

Curiosity

The tradition of decorating Easter eggs has its roots in ancient pagan rites and has since intertwined with the Christian celebrations of Easter. Combining this symbolism with the art of pastry creates a festive treat that is a pleasure for both the eyes and the palate. Decorating Easter cakes can also be a fun activity to do with kids, involving them in the creativity of the holiday.