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Classic Vanilla Birthday Cake with Bows

This classic vanilla cake is a delightful dessert perfect for Birthdays, Mother’s Day or any other celebration. With its light and fluffy texture, it’s a favorite for birthdays, weddings, and other special occasions.

The recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with various fillings and frostings. The addition of decorative bows makes it visually appealing and perfect for festive gatherings.

Easy Vanilla Cake Recipe with Bows

A classic vanilla cake with buttercream frosting and decorative fondant bows, displayed on a cake stand.

This vanilla cake features a moist and tender crumb, made with basic ingredients like flour, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. The cake takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8-10 people.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • Buttercream frosting for decoration
  • Colored fondant for bows (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
  6. Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool the Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Frost and Decorate: Once cooled, frost the cakes with buttercream frosting. Use colored fondant to create decorative bows if desired.

Cook and Prep Times

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour

Nutrition Information

  • Servings: 8-10 slices
  • Calories: 350kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g

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