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Pink Dragon Fruit Layer Cake

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A show-stopping pink layer cake made with dragon fruit puree, featuring soft and fluffy cake layers and a whipped dragon fruit cream frosting. Beautifully decorated with fresh fruit and flowers, it’s perfect for birthdays or celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup dragon fruit puree (pink variety)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup dragon fruit puree (for the frosting)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Fresh dragon fruit slices (for decoration)
  • Edible flowers (optional)
  • Black sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk and dragon fruit puree. Mix until well combined.
  4. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. To make the frosting, whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in dragon fruit puree and vanilla extract gently.
  7. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread frosting on top. Repeat with remaining layers. Frost the top and sides of the cake evenly.
  8. Decorate with fresh dragon fruit slices, edible flowers, and black sesame seeds.
  9. Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving to set the frosting.

Notes

  • Use ripe pink dragon fruit for the most vibrant color and flavor.
  • Chill mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream for best results.
  • Make the cake a day ahead for deeper flavor and easier assembly.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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