Classic Vanilla Birthday Cake
Celebrate any special occasion with this Classic Vanilla Birthday Cake—a timeless dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! Featuring moist, fluffy layers of vanilla-infused cake, this recipe is perfectly balanced with a rich, creamy buttercream frosting. The cake comes together effortlessly with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, pure vanilla extract, and whole milk, while a generous sprinkle of colorful confetti adds a festive touch. With straightforward instructions, this cake is ideal for bakers of all skill levels, and it makes a show-stopping centerpiece for birthdays or celebrations. Serve up 12 slices of sweet nostalgia with this crowd-pleaser that’s guaranteed to delight! Keywords: classic vanilla birthday cake, easy birthday cake recipe, moist vanilla cake, best homemade cake, festive birthday dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 cups confectioners' sugar
- 4 tablespoons heavy cream
- 0.5 cup sprinkles
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined and smooth, being careful not to overmix.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes cool, make the buttercream frosting. Beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, beating until smooth.
Add the heavy cream and continue to beat for 3 minutes until the frosting is fluffy. If desired, adjust the consistency with additional cream or sugar.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of frosting over the top, then place the second cake layer on top.
Spread frosting over the top and sides of the cake, smoothing with a spatula.
Decorate the cake with sprinkles around the sides and on top as desired.
Let the cake set for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your classic vanilla birthday cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6560 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 174.2 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.9 g | 404% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1081 mg | 360% | |
| Sodium | 2500 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1217.4 g | 443% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 961.4 g | ||
| Protein | 63.8 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 483 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 1005 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
