Smash Cake

Celebrate your little one's special day with this delightful Smash Cake recipe, a healthier take on a classic birthday treat! Designed with toddlers in mind, this cake features a wholesome blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flours, naturally sweetened with unsweetened applesauce and an optional touch of honey or maple syrup for those over one year old. The creamy, tangy frosting is made with cream cheese and Greek yogurt, providing a lighter yet decadent finish. Quick and simple to prepare, this 6-inch layered cake is perfect for smashing, with just the right balance of soft texture and sturdiness. Decorate with fresh fruit or sprinkles for an adorable and photo-ready centerpiece. Whether you're celebrating a first birthday or creating a special moment, this smash cake recipe is guaranteed to make sweet memories!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup (optional, for babies over 1 year)
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Milk (any type)
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup or honey (optional, for frosting)
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 6-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

Using a hand or stand mixer, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add the applesauce and mix until combined.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. If using honey or maple syrup, add it now and mix well.

Step 5

Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

To make the frosting, beat the cream cheese and Greek yogurt together until smooth and creamy. Add the maple syrup or honey (if desired) and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.

Step 9

Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second cake layer on top, then spread the remaining frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake.

Step 10

Decorate with fresh fruit or sprinkles, if desired. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(944.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2761.0

Total Fat 191.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 114.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 893.4mg	0%
Sodium 2220.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 220.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 73.6g
Protein 53.0g	0%

Vitamin D 144IU	0%
Calcium 503.1mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 1086.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.2%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 31.3%