Lobster Shaped Cake
This visually stunning Lobster Shaped Cake is a delightful centerpiece for any celebration, offering a whimsical design and deliciously moist flavors.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour For a gluten-free option, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup for lower sugar content.
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened Vegan butter can be used for a dairy-free version.
- 1 cup milk Substitute with coconut or almond milk for a dairy-free option.
- 3.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Can experiment with flavored extracts like almond or coconut.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs Replace with flaxseed meal or applesauce for a vegan version.
- Red drops food coloring Use natural sources like beet juice for coloring.
For Decoration
- Black fondant Used for decoration like eyes and claws.
- Buttercream icing Can be homemade and flavored.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the ingredients for your Lobster Shaped Cake. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a lobster-shaped cake pan.
Baking the Cake
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
- Add a few drops of red food coloring and mix well.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decoration
- Once the cake is cool, decorate it with buttercream icing and use black fondant for eyes and claws.
Notes
Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or in the fridge for up to a week. For best texture, freeze wrapped tightly.