Hallmark’s 25th Birthday Cake
Happy 25th birthday Hallmark Channel! This cake was made with love to symbolize all that Hallmark stands for. A heart shape for the love and romance in these films, and also to symbolize the huge hearts of everyone at Hallmark Channel, both on and off screen!
-The warm flavors of gingerbread to symbolize the year-round Christmas spirit, but also the warmth each movie fills your heart with.
-A bright orange flavored buttercream frosting to showcase the bright side of every story.
-The iconic Hallmark purple color (which also happens to be my favorite color)!
-Gold crown candles to top it off!Â
Recipe for cake:
- 2 2/3 cup flour
- 1 1/2teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- I cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tablespoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 12 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup avocado oil
- 3/4 cup molasses
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon orange extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
Directions:
Start by melting the butter and letting it cool a bit. Set aside.
In a large bowl, mix all dry ingredients, then mix in wet, ingredients one at a time.
Split batter in half and pour each half into two of your silicone 8 inch heart shaped cake pans.
Bake at 350° for about 30 minutes.
Let cool and prepare your favorite buttercream frosting.
You can use store-bought or make your own. Don’t forget to add a teaspoon of orange extract. Follow with purple food coloring to get the desired color of purple.
Decorate with gold sprinkles and a gold crown! Enjoy!
