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Perfect Galentine’s Frosted Mini Cake Sampling Board

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A colorful and easy-to-make assortment of frosted mini cakes perfect for Galentine’s Day parties, potlucks, or cozy get-togethers. These moist mini cakes with light, fluffy frosting are crowd-pleasers that bring nostalgic comfort and visual delight.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) whole milk, room temperature (or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2–3 tbsp (30-45ml) heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Food coloring gels (optional)
  • Edible glitter or sprinkles (for decoration)
  • Fresh berries (optional)
  • Mini fresh edible flowers (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease mini cake pans or silicone molds.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar with a mixer until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the batter, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix gently until smooth but do not overmix.
  6. Spoon batter evenly into prepared pans, filling about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Check around 14 minutes for golden edges and soft centers.
  8. Cool cakes in pans for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. For frosting, beat softened butter with powdered sugar on medium speed until fluffy.
  10. Add heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt; whip on high speed for 3-5 minutes until light and spreadable. Adjust consistency as needed.
  11. Divide frosting into bowls and tint with food coloring gels if desired.
  12. Frost each mini cake generously using an offset spatula or butter knife.
  13. Arrange frosted mini cakes on a serving board and decorate with edible glitter, sprinkles, fresh berries, or edible flowers.
  14. Chill briefly if firmer frosting is desired or serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense cakes. Ensure cakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting. Frosting can be tinted with food coloring gels for a festive look. Mini cakes can be baked a day ahead and stored wrapped at room temperature. Frost just before serving. For dairy-free or gluten-free options, substitute ingredients as noted. If frosting is too soft, chill for 10 minutes and re-whip before spreading.

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