Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Sprinkle Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 large egg white, 2.25 cups of organic powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of sakura extract until thick and glossy. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
- Divide the mixture into small bowls and use gel food coloring to create vibrant pink hues. Set aside to dry later.
Sprinkle Shaping
- Transfer the colored egg white mixtures into piping bags and pipe small shapes onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Allow the shapes to dry at room temperature overnight, ensuring they harden completely.
Cake Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 10-cup bundt pan.
- In a stand mixer, cream 1 cup of unsalted butter with 2 cups of granulated sugar and 0.33 cup of refined coconut oil until light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract, 2 teaspoons of sakura extract, and 1 teaspoon of fine sea salt, blending well.
Incorporate Egg Whites
- Add 4 large egg whites one at a time into the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
Combine Dry Ingredients
- Gently sift 2 teaspoons of baking powder and any preferred flour into the mixture, then fold in 1 cup of kefir until just combined.
- Finally, stir in your colorful homemade sprinkles, ensuring even distribution.
Baking
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cooling
- Once baked, remove the bundt pan from the oven and allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes.
- Carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Glazing
- Mix together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 1-2 tablespoons of blood orange juice or frozen raspberry puree, and 1 teaspoon of sakura extract to create the glaze.
- Pour the glaze generously over the cooled cake and sprinkle the remaining pink sprinkles.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for maximized volume; avoid overmixing the batter.