Broken Window Glass Cake

Broken Window Glass Cake: A Sweet and Colorful Dessert Showstopper

If you’re looking for a fun, visually stunning dessert that will impress guests and satisfy your sweet tooth, look no further than the Broken Window Glass Cake. This whimsical cake is as delightful to make as it is to eat, featuring colorful “shards” of candy embedded in a rich, fluffy cake. Inspired by the look of broken glass, this dessert adds a burst of color and an unexpected twist to your usual cake repertoire. Perfect for special occasions like birthdays, holidays, or any time you want to wow your guests, this cake is a true conversation starter.

What Is Broken Window Glass Cake?

At its core, the Broken Window Glass Cake is a layered cake, often with a rich and moist sponge base. The real star of the show is the colorful sugar “glass” that decorates the cake. These pieces of hard candy are made by melting sugar and then pouring it into molds to cool, creating shards that mimic broken glass. The candy shards are strategically placed on top and around the sides of the cake, giving it a sparkling, vibrant appearance.

The cake itself can be any flavor you prefer—chocolate, vanilla, or even something more unique like red velvet or lemon. It’s typically covered with a smooth layer of frosting, which acts as a beautiful backdrop for the candy glass shards. The combination of the soft cake, creamy frosting, and crunchy, sweet candy makes each bite a delectable contrast in textures.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk if you don’t have buttermilk)
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil

For the Frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2-3 tablespoons milk or cream (as needed for consistency)
• Pinch of salt

For the “Glass” Shards:

• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• Food coloring (gel or liquid in various colors like red, blue, green, yellow, etc.)

Instructions

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