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Birthday Cake

Indulgent Birthday Cake That's a Showstopper Delight

This indulgent birthday cake is a showstopper delight that will enchant every birthday celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Sift before measuring for a lighter cake.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Substitute isn’t recommended.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Softened but holds its shape.
  • 4 Large Eggs Room temperature for optimal blending.
  • 2 tablespoons Vanilla Bean Paste Alcohol-free for all audiences.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Alternative: whole-fat yogurt.
For the Frosting
  • 1 tablespoon Bovine Gelatin Vital if using fondant decorations.
  • 1 pack Fondant Prepare with CMC/Tylose for texture.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Round baking pans
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the baking pans with unsalted butter and dust with flour.
  2. In a large bowl, cream softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla bean paste until combined.
  5. Alternate adding the sifted flour and whole milk to the batter.
  6. Fold in the bovine gelatin for frosting stabilization.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  8. Cool the cakes in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Room temperature ingredients help achieve a fluffier cake. Avoid overmixing for a tender texture. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.

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