{"id":2003,"date":"2021-01-05T06:00:12","date_gmt":"2021-01-05T11:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/?p=2003"},"modified":"2021-01-05T06:40:53","modified_gmt":"2021-01-05T11:40:53","slug":"naked-cake-with-fruit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/home\/naked-cake-with-fruit\/","title":{"rendered":"Naked Cake with Fruit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_post_title comments=&#8221;off&#8221; featured_image=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;52px&#8221; meta_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221;][\/et_pb_post_title][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><em>Welcome to something new to the blog for 2021!\u00a0 My 12-almost-13-year-old is joining our Robyn\u2019s French Nest team as our official baker!\u00a0 While I love how experimental cooking can be, I do not enjoy the precision and carefulness of baking.\u00a0 Payton, on the other hand, absolutely loves it!\u00a0 So, grab a cup of coffee and enjoy January\u2019s edition of\u00a0 \u201cPayton\u2019s Pastries\u201d!\u00a0 She put this together all on her own, including links that she thought you would enjoy! (Can you tell I\u2019m super proud of her?!?!)\u00a0 We are glad you\u2019re here!\u00a0 ~ Robyn<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Payton&#8217;s Intro &#8211; Cake Decorating Kit&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>One of my favorite things to do in my spare time is working in the kitchen. Whether it\u2019s cooking dinner for my family or baking a batch of cookies for a party, I love making it! One of the things that I especially enjoy in the kitchen is baking. I love it because I can share something that I created with the people I love. I can share the joy that baking brings me with those around me.<\/p>\n<p>One thing that made my time in the kitchen so much easier was a <a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+zwKDZDD5p8t1ClXSLxIDmQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>cake decorating kit<\/strong><\/span><\/a> that I got for Christmas. It includes some must-have items for baking and decorating a beautiful cake. The first thing that came in this set was a turntable that you set the cake on to decorate it. It is especially useful to accomplish a smooth finish for your cake. Another thing included in this kit was a set of offset spatulas. I found that they were great for smoothing out icing and evenly distributing the frosting around your cake to ensure an even amount on each serving.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Recipe Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>This recipe is fun to make and so simple to follow. It is called a naked cake because the icing is so thin in some areas that you can actually see the cake underneath. Everybody\u2019s version of a naked cake isn\u2019t exactly the same, so if you would like to have no icing covering your cake or lots of it, that is up to you! I love this recipe especially because of how the icing looks like more of a glaze than a thick layer of buttercream. The amount of buttercream on the cake is right in the middle of a completely frosted cake and one with no icing.<\/p>\n<p>I got this recipe from <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+L9g3kcVdukuj2FfExEKnxQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cake Decorating for Beginners<\/a><\/strong><\/span> by Rose Atwater. It was very helpful because it explained many techniques that helped me bake this cake. She includes a recipe for vanilla cake and an American buttercream, which I used for this recipe. She also includes a recipe for chocolate cake and a few other options for frostings. These recipes taste amazing and they are super easy to make.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Naked-Cake-Recipe-20210105-8-scaled.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Naked Cake Recipe 20210105 (8)&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Finished Product Img&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Ingredients&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Cake release spray<\/li>\n<li>1 1\\4 cups whole milk<\/li>\n<li>1\\2 cup heavy whipping cream<\/li>\n<li>2 1\\2 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 cup cake flour<\/li>\n<li>2 teaspoons baking powder<\/li>\n<li>1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temp.<\/li>\n<li>2 3\\4 cups sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 1\\2 teaspoons salt<\/li>\n<li>1 1\\2 tablespoons vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>3 large eggs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Naked-Cake-Recipe-20210105-1-scaled.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Naked Cake Recipe 20210105 (1)&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Mixed Ingredients Img&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Instructions&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>Instructions:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Prepare three 8-inch <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+9gY8N-DaqBc3A52kYaG6Rw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cake pans<\/a><\/strong><\/span> by coating the bottoms and sides with cake release spray.<\/li>\n<li>In a small bowl, mix together the milk and heavy cream. In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose and cake flours and baking powder. Set aside.<\/li>\n<li>(Tip: if you don\u2019t have a sifter or strainer, you can mix and fluff your dry ingredients with a whisk to get the same aerated effect as sifting.)<\/li>\n<li>In a large bowl, cream the butter using an electric mixer (If you have a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment) on medium speed until it\u2019s soft and light, about 2 minutes. Add the sugar and the salt and mix until the mixture is light in color and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl often. Add the vanilla and mix until just combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing for 20 seconds after each egg, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.<\/li>\n<li>Turn the mixer speed to low. Then add one-third of the flour mixture, and mix until just combined. Add half of the milk mixture and mix until just combined. Then add another third of the flour mixture. Repeat with the remaining milk and flour mixture. Be careful not to overmix!<\/li>\n<li>Divide the batter between the prepared pans ( Approximately 3 cups of batter per pan) and spread it out evenly. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until a toothpick or a cake tester inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.<\/li>\n<li>Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out into cooling racks to cool completely.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>\u200b<\/h4>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Buttercream Ingredients&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Vanilla American Buttercream<\/h3>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temp.<\/li>\n<li>1 cup vegetable shortening<\/li>\n<li>1 1\\2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 1\\2 teaspoons butter vanilla emulsion (optional)<\/li>\n<li>3 to 4 tablespoons milk or water, divided<\/li>\n<li>1\\4 teaspoons salt<\/li>\n<li>2 pounds (approximately 8 cups) powdered sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Buttercream Instructions&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>Instructions:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>In a large bowl, using an electric mixer on medium speed (if you have a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment), beat together butter, shortening, and extracts until smooth and creamy.<\/li>\n<li>Add 2 tablespoons of the milk or water, the salt, and half the powdered sugar and mix until just combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.<\/li>\n<li>On low speed, gradually add the remaining powdered sugar. Add more milk or water as needed to achieve the desired consistency. If using within 2 hours, the frosting can be left at room temperature. You\u2019ll just need to keep the frosting covered with a damp cloth to prevent it from crusting. If not using in 2 hours, store the frosting in the refrigerator in an airtight container. When ready to use, bring the frosting to room temperature and rewhip it on low speed to soften before using.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Naked Cake 1-2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>How to Make Naked Cake<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Place your filled and chilled cake on a turntable (don&#8217;t forget the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+cuShCD82U_lS9TBUV9rEdQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cake boards<\/a><\/strong><\/span>!).<\/li>\n<li>Cover the top with frosting, then push it over the edge to cover the side with a thin layer. Add more frosting as needed to cover the cake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Naked-Cake-Recipe-20210105-2-scaled.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Naked Cake Recipe 20210105 (2)&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Cake 1-2 Images&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Steps 3-4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Run a bench scraper around the outside of the cake, removing most of the excess frosting but leaving a thin layer you can see through in places.<\/li>\n<li>Use the spatula to scrape from the top edge toward the center and smooth away the lip of frosting. 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