Ella Chef, a culinary enthusiast who loves combining creativity with tradition, decided to bring the excitement of a football game to the dessert table. Inspired by the energy of game day and the love for sweet treats, she created the perfect football cake. Whether you’re hosting a Super Bowl party or just a casual gathering with friends, this football cake will surely be the highlight. With its rich flavor and impressive design, it’s more than just a cake – it’s a celebration of both sports and dessert.
Recipe: Football Cake
Football Cake
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a football-shaped cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, 1 cup of cocoa powder, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, cream 1/2 cup of butter with 1 1/2 cups of sugar until light and fluffy. Add 3 eggs, one at a time, and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and 1 cup of buttermilk to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared football-shaped pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once the cake is completely cool, prepare the frosting. Tint the buttercream frosting with brown food coloring to create a football-like color.
- Frost the entire cake with the brown buttercream frosting. Use white food coloring and a piping bag to create the white laces on the football.
Nutrition
Notes
How to Make the Football Cake
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a football-shaped cake pan. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of cocoa powder, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder.
In another bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of butter with 1 1/2 cups of sugar until light and fluffy. Add 3 eggs, one at a time, and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with 1 cup of buttermilk. Stir until just combined. Finally, fold in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the prepared football-shaped pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack.
For the frosting, tint your buttercream with brown food coloring to match the color of a football. Frost the entire cake with the brown frosting. Use white food coloring and a piping bag to create the laces on the football, mimicking a football’s signature look.
Conclusion
Ella Chef’s football cake is a perfect way to celebrate game day with a sweet twist. Its football-shaped design and rich flavor make it a standout dessert for any football fan. Whether you’re hosting a big game party or just enjoying a casual afternoon, this cake will surely score a touchdown with your guests. It’s fun, festive, and, most importantly, delicious!