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Lamb Cake Recipe
Mary

Homemade Lamb Cake Recipe

This classic lamb cake recipe features a moist homemade vanilla cake decorated with fluffy buttercream and coconut to create an adorable Easter centerpiece. Perfect for Easter celebrations, spring parties, baby showers, and family gatherings.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 1 cup butter
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Buttercream frosting
  • Shredded coconut or sprinkles for decoration
  • Chocolate chips or icing for eyes

Equipment

  • Lamb cake mould
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Oven
  • Cooling rack
  • Piping bag

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter, Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs, vanilla, and milk, then combine everything into a smooth batter.
  2. Step 2: Bake the Cake; Grease the lamb cake mould and pour in the batter. Bake until the cake is fully cooked and let it cool completely before removing it from the mould.
  3. Step 3: Decorate the Lamb Cake; Cover the cake with frosting and add shredded coconut or frosting dots to create the lamb’s fluffy wool. Add eyes and facial details using icing or chocolate chips.
  4. Step 4: Serve and Enjoy; Place the finished lamb cake on a serving plate and enjoy this adorable homemade dessert with family and friends.

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Notes

  • Grease the lamb mould well to prevent sticking.
  • Allow the cake to cool before decorating.
  • You can use different cake flavours like chocolate, lemon, or almond.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated):
Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 220mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 550IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1.2mg