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4th of July Red White Blue Layer Cake

Celebrate Summer with My 4th of July Red White Blue Layer Cake

This 4th of July Red White Blue Layer Cake is a colorful centerpiece for summer celebrations, made with fresh strawberries and blueberries.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free blend plus xanthan gum if needed
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar can be replaced with coconut sugar
  • 4 large eggs ensure they're at room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk or buttermilk for added flavor
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil can swap with melted butter
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract use pure vanilla for best quality
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened, not melted
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream optional for adjustments
For the Decoration
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries slice thinly
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries whole berries
For the Simple Syrup
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar can be replaced with other sweeteners
  • 1/2 cup water

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Cream together the sugar and eggs until thick and pale. Gradually add the oil, milk, and vanilla.
  4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients gently until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Prepare the simple syrup by dissolving the sugar in water over medium heat.
  8. Beat the softened butter and gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream until fluffy.
  9. Brush each cooled layer with simple syrup, frost between layers, and apply a crumb coat.
  10. Chill the cake for 15 minutes, then apply a thicker layer of frosting and decorate with berries.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving for best results.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow your cake layers to cool completely before frosting; this prevents melting and ensures a beautiful finish.

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