How to Make a Christmas Tree Cake with Sugarpaste





Christmas is one of the most important Christian holidays, and it is characterized by its festive atmosphere, including decorating the home with Christmas trees and cakes. Christmas tree cakes with sugarpaste are one of the most popular types of cakes for Christmas, as they are known for their attractive appearance and delicious taste.


Ingredients for a Christmas Tree Cake with Sugarpaste


For the cake



  1cup (227 g) unsalted butter, at room temperature

 2cups (250 g) all-purpose flour

 teaspoons baking powder 

 1/2teaspoon salt 

  13/4cups (375 g) granulated sugar 

 3big eggs

  2tablespoons vanilla extract

  1cup (240 ml) milk


Decoration ingredients

 1/2cup (120 ml) heavy cream 

 1/4cup (50 g) powdered sugar

  1cup (250 g) sugarpaste 

 Edible coloring gel





Instructions for Making a Christmas Tree Cake with Sugarpaste


1Preparing the cake

    1Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit)

    2Grease a 20 cm (8-inch) round cake pan with butter and dust with flour

    3Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a sizable bowl

    4Cream the butter and sugar in a another dish until the mixture is light and fluffy

    5Beat thoroughly after adding each egg, one at a time


    6Add the vanilla and milk, and whisk until combined

    7Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, and whisk until combined

    8Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean

    9Let the cake cool completely in the pan before removing it


2Decorating the cake

    1In a medium bowl, beat together the heavy cream and powdered sugar until thick

    2Frost the top and sides of the cake with the whipped cream

    3Spread a thin layer of whipped cream around the edges of the cake, so that the sugarpaste will stick to it

    4Knead the sugarpaste until soft and pliable

    5Divide the sugarpaste into 3 equal parts

    6Roll out the first part into a large ball, then make a hole in the center to resemble a tree

    7Roll out the second part into 4 small balls, then attach them to the tree

    8Roll out the third part into 12 small pieces, then attach them to the tree as decorations

    9Use food coloring gel to color the sugarpaste as desired


10Serve the Christmas tree cake with sugarpaste with a cup of coffee or tea



Tips


For a moister cake, add 1/2 cup (120 ml) of liquid milk to the batter

If you do not have ready-made sugarpaste, you can make your own by mixing 2 cups (250 g) of powdered sugar with 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon of water

You can use any food coloring gel colors you like to decorate the Christmas tree cake


Conclusion


A Christmas tree cake with sugarpaste is a delicious and beautiful cake that is the perfect choice for Christmas celebrations