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Finished modern bento cake with pastel pink frosting and delicate decorations.

Must-Try Bento Cake Recipe with a Modern Spin

  • Author: Ashley Miller
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 1 bento cake 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Must-Try Bento Cake Recipe offers a modern spin on the classic lunchbox cake. Perfect for small celebrations or a sweet treat for one, this guide will help you create a visually stunning and delicious single-serving cake with contemporary designs and flavors. Explore new bento cake ideas and elevate your bento cake design skills!

Ingredients

Scale
  • For the Cake:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Food coloring (gel-based, in your preferred modern color palette)
  • For Decoration:
  • White chocolate ganache (for piping)
  • Edible sugar pearls
  • Gold leaf flakes

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bake the Cake Layers
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 4-inch cake pans. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, then gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until just combined. Stir in vanilla extract. Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  2. Step 2: Prepare the Frosting
    Beat softened butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating on low speed until combined. Add milk and vanilla extract, then beat on high speed until light and fluffy. Divide frosting into bowls and tint with desired food coloring for a modern color palette.
  3. Step 3: Assemble and Frost the Cake
    Level cake layers if necessary. Place one layer on a plate. Spread a generous layer of frosting on top, then carefully place the second layer on top. Frost the entire cake with a thin crumb coat. Chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to set. Apply a second, thicker layer of frosting, smoothing it out.
  4. Step 4: Decorate with a Modern Design
    Fill a piping bag with white chocolate ganache. Pipe geometric patterns or abstract designs onto the cake. Place edible sugar pearls and gold leaf flakes onto frosting in a visually appealing manner. Avoid overcrowding the design for a simple and elegant look.

Notes

  • Even Cake Layers:Use cake strips around cake pans during baking to ensure even layers.
  • Smooth Frosting:Dip your spatula in hot water and dry it before smoothing frosting for a flawless finish.
  • Color Palette:Choose a modern color palette to elevate the bento cake design.
  • Edible Accents:Experiment with sprinkles, edible glitter, and fondant cutouts.
  • Practice Piping:Practice piping skills on parchment paper before decorating the cake to achieve clean designs.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Korean-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cake
  • Calories: 1200 Kcal
  • Sugar: 150g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 60g
  • Saturated Fat: 35g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 160g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: bento cake, lunchbox cake, modern cake, cake recipe, vanilla cake, cake decorating, minimalist cake, single-serving cake, Korean cake, dessert, baking

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