Birthday Cake Baking
Making a birthday cake from scratch can be a rewarding experience. Whether it’s for a loved one or just an excuse to try out your baking skills, this guide will walk you through each step to create a delicious birthday cake that everyone will love.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Before you begin baking, gather the following ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Baking Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your cake bakes evenly.
Step 2: Prepare the Cake Pans
Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to prevent the cake from sticking.
Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 4: Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Step 5: Add Eggs and Vanilla
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
Step 6: Incorporate Dry and Wet Ingredients
Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
Step 7: Bake the Cake Layers
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 8: Cool and Frost
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, you can frost and decorate the cake as desired.
With these steps, you’ll be able to bake a beautiful and delectable birthday cake that is sure to impress. Happy baking!
