Description
Indulge in the joy of birthdays with this easy birthday cake recipe! This fluffy, moist cake is a delightful treat perfect for any celebration. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a delicious cake that will impress your guests. Customize it with your favorite flavors or toppings to make it uniquely yours. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying an intimate gathering, this easy birthday cake will surely be the star of the show.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round baking pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter until smooth; gradually add sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with milk until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg