Are you planning a party, a special event, or simply want to bake something impressive that will wow everyone? Look no further! This blog post is dedicated to large cake recipes that are perfect for feeding a crowd. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, these recipes are designed to be both delicious and achievable, transforming your baking experience into a delightful adventure. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these easy recipes for homemade cakes that are guaranteed to become crowd-pleasers!
Giant Chocolate Fudge Cake: A Classic for a Reason
This recipe creates a truly impressive chocolate fudge cake, perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply satisfying a serious chocolate craving. The rich, moist texture and intensely chocolatey flavor make it a guaranteed hit with everyone.
Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 50-60 minutes Serves: 20-25
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup freshly brewed hot coffee
- Frosting: Your favorite chocolate frosting recipe (enough to frost a large cake – approximately 6 cups)
Instructions:
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x13 inch baking pans, or one large, appropriately sized cake pan.
- Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Combine: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Coffee Infusion: Slowly pour in the hot coffee while mixing on low speed. The batter will be thin.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost: Once completely cool, frost the cake generously with your favorite chocolate frosting.
Tips and Variations:
- For an extra intense chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- Add chocolate chips to the batter for extra chocolatey goodness.
- Substitute the buttermilk with milk and 1 ½ tablespoons of lemon juice or vinegar.
- Get creative with the frosting! Try a cream cheese frosting, peanut butter frosting, or even a ganache.
Nutritional Information (per serving, approximate):
Calories: 400-450 Fat: 20-25g Sugar: 50-60g Protein: 5-7g
Easy Lemon Poppy Seed Cake for a Crowd: A Zesty Delight
This lighter, zestier alternative is perfect for spring and summer gatherings. The bright lemon flavor and crunchy poppy seeds create a delightful contrast. It's surprisingly easy to make, making it a great option for beginner bakers looking for quick dinner ideas.
(Recipe details similar to the Chocolate Fudge Cake, adjusting ingredients for a lemon poppy seed cake. Include ingredients for a lemon glaze.)
Enjoy your baking adventure and the delicious results! Remember to adapt these large cake recipes to your specific needs and preferences. The most important ingredient is your passion for baking! Happy baking!