Pink Vanilla Squares (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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4 large eggs
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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2 cups granulated sugar
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1 cup whole milk
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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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½ teaspoon salt
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2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
→ Pink Buttercream Frosting
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Pink food coloring
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3 tablespoons heavy cream
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4 cups powdered sugar
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
# Instructions:
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Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper and grease it.
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Stir together the salt, baking powder, and flour in a bowl.
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Whip the butter and sugar in a large bowl until it’s fluffy and pale.
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Crack in the eggs one at a time. Mix after each addition. Stir in the vanilla at the end.
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Add the flour mixture bit by bit to the wet ingredients, switching off with splashes of milk. Mix until smooth.
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Spread the batter evenly in the pan and smooth the surface.
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Pop it in the oven for 30-35 minutes. A clean toothpick means it’s done!
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Once baked, give the cake time to cool off before cutting it into pieces.
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Beat the butter until creamy. Slowly mix in powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in the cream and vanilla, whipping until fluffy. Add pink coloring and mix until vibrant.
# Notes:
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Spread the pink frosting smoothly over each piece or use a piping bag for a fancier design.
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Garnish with little decorations like sprinkles, sugary pearls, or fun piping styles with a star tip.