Opinions on these cakes?

[laflamme472]

hey guys!

ive been experimenting a lot with baking lately, i am quite new to baking. (a few months ago cake mix was still my go too lol). Now that i feel a bit more comfortable with baking ive been wanting to learn a bit more about flavour profiles. In the past few days i came up with a few ideas for future recipes but i’d like to get some opinions on wether you guys think the flavours would actually pair well or not. I never really tried to execute any ideas of mine up until now because im scared of failure lol side note: If you have any recommendations on things that i should try please feel free to comment them! (Just keep in mind that i totally hate buttercream so thats a no go for me ahah).

Here are the cakes id like to make;

1. Three tier coconut cake with strawberry curd filling and vanilla stabilized whipped cream icing

2. Three tier orange cake with orange curd and vanilla stabilized whipped cream icing (going for a cream cycle vibe)

3. Three tier lime cake with vanilla stabilized whipped cream icing

what do you guys think?

 

[retired baker]

Why don't you make cupcakes to test the combinations before commiting to a 3 tier cake.

Choc and orange or grand marnier is a popular combo,
coffee and apricot is another.
Pistaccio and raspberry.

 

[Elle]

I'm just curious how you go from box mixes a few months ago, to wanting to make a 3 tiered cake! Anyway, I would go with your favorite flavors. For now, I would keep it simple. Chocolate or Vanilla with a raspberry filling sounds good. All of your ideas sound good, though. Good Luck and have fun!

 

[Sharzi]

hey guys!

ive been experimenting a lot with baking lately, i am quite new to baking. (a few months ago cake mix was still my go too lol). Now that i feel a bit more comfortable with baking ive been wanting to learn a bit more about flavour profiles. In the past few days i came up with a few ideas for future recipes but i’d like to get some opinions on wether you guys think the flavours would actually pair well or not. I never really tried to execute any ideas of mine up until now because im scared of failure lol side note: If you have any recommendations on things that i should try please feel free to comment them! (Just keep in mind that i totally hate buttercream so thats a no go for me ahah).

Here are the cakes id like to make;

1. Three tier coconut cake with strawberry curd filling and vanilla stabilized whipped cream icing

2. Three tier orange cake with orange curd and vanilla stabilized whipped cream icing (going for a cream cycle vibe)

3. Three tier lime cake with vanilla stabilized whipped cream icing

what do you guys think?

If you're trying to do a 3-tier cake, do you know how to construct the tiers with dowels?

 

[midnightbastet]

Your cake ideas sound delicious! The coconut cake with strawberry curd and vanilla whipped cream should be a hit. The orange cake with curd and whipped cream sounds refreshing. Lime cake with vanilla icing is also great. For more cool recipes like that u can visit this article btw. Found there a cool one mug cake. So gooood.

 

[Steelman]

Your cake ideas sound amazing! The coconut cake with strawberry curd and vanilla whipped cream will be a great mix of tropical and tart flavors. The orange cake with orange curd and whipped cream is perfect for a bright, citrusy taste. For the lime cake, the vanilla whipped cream will balance the tangy lime nicely. If you want more suggestions, try different fruit curds or add herbs like basil or mint for a unique twist. Happy baking!

 

[Mona]

It's fantastic that you're diving into baking with such creative ideas! Your flavor combinations sound delightful—coconut and strawberry curd is a tropical treat, orange with orange curd captures that classic creamsicle essence perfectly, and lime with vanilla is refreshingly tangy and sweet. Using stabilized whipped cream as a lighter alternative to buttercream is a smart choice. Don't worry too much about the potential for failure; every experiment enhances your skills. Maybe try adding textures like toasted nuts or fresh fruit layers for added flair. Keep exploring and enjoy the process!