Get ready to revolutionize your birthday cake game with the most irresistible dessert that will make everyone's taste buds dance! This Marshmallow Walnut Birthday Cake is not just another ordinary cake - it's a magical combination of crunchy walnuts, fluffy marshmallows, and a perfectly moist cake base that will transform your celebration from ordinary to extraordinary. If you're looking for a showstopping dessert that will have your guests begging for seconds, you've just hit the recipe jackpot!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter or cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth consistency.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder to remove any lumps.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and mix gently to distribute evenly.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Carefully transfer the cake to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top of the cake.
- Sprinkle mini marshmallows over the frosted cake, creating an attractive and sweet topping.
- Optional: For extra decoration, lightly toast the marshmallows using a kitchen torch or under the broiler for a few seconds.
- Slice and serve the cake, enjoying the delightful combination of walnuts and marshmallows.
Tips
- • For the most tender cake, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing • Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cake light and fluffy • Use a toothpick to check cake doneness - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting • For extra flavor, lightly toast the walnuts before adding them to the batter • If you want a more golden marshmallow topping, use a kitchen torch or broiler to caramelize the marshmallows briefly • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days • For best texture, serve the cake at room temperature
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 65g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 85mg
