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Christmas Bento Cake

A charming, single-serving cake perfect for festive gatherings, with endless customization options.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Treat
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened at room temperature for better mixing
  • 4 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
Frosting and Toppings
  • Frosting of choice (buttercream or cream cheese)
  • Decorative toppings (sprinkles, fruits, etc.)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your bento cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the cakes to cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting and Decorating
  1. Once cooled, level the cakes if necessary and frost between layers and on top.
  2. Decorate with chosen toppings and enjoy.

Notes

Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to a month. Thaw at room temperature before enjoying again.