Description
A birthday cake is the heart of every celebration, offering layers of moist goodness and creamy frosting that delight guests young and old. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat. With customizable flavors and decorations, it transforms gatherings into unforgettable memories. Gather your ingredients and let’s bake a cake that will leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cake flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream (cold)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture while adding milk until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg