Introduction:
This is the Best Birthday Cake recipe you’ll ever try! It’s moist, fluffy, and full of delicious flavor that will make any birthday celebration extra special. Whether you’re baking for a loved one or just treating yourself, this cake is sure to impress!
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Serves: 8-10
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Your choice of frosting and decorations
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream the butter until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and 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 before frosting and decorating.
- Once cooled, frost and decorate the cake however you like. Enjoy your Best Birthday Cake!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 350 || Carbohydrates: 45g || Protein: 4g || Fat: 16g || Saturated Fat: 9g || Cholesterol: 85mg || Sodium: 280mg || Potassium: 120mg || Fiber: 1g || Sugar: 25g || Vitamin A: 10% || Vitamin C: 0% || Calcium: 6% || Iron: 8%