Classic Birthday Cake Recipe

This Classic Birthday Cake recipe features a light and fluffy vanilla cake layered with rich buttercream frosting. Perfect for celebrating special occasions, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

The cake recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with different flavors or decorations to suit your celebration.

Delicious Vanilla Birthday Cake Recipe

This birthday cake consists of moist vanilla layers that are frosted with creamy buttercream. It takes about 1 hour to prepare and bake, and serves 8-10 people, making it ideal for gatherings.

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk
4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
2 tablespoons heavy cream (for frosting)
Additional decorations (sprinkles, fruit, etc.) optional

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Decorate: Add any additional decorations as desired. Slice and serve!