Birthday Cake

This moist and fluffy birthday cake is perfect for celebrating any occasion, topped with a rich buttercream frosting and sprinkles!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 12 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 cup unsalted butter softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
1/4 cup heavy cream

Equipment

9-inch round cake pans
Electric mixer

Method

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the frosting, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until smooth. Add the heavy cream and beat until fluffy. Frost the cooled cakes and decorate with sprinkles.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 50gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve your birthday cake with candles and enjoy the celebration! It's perfect for any occasion that deserves a sweet treat.