20th Birthday Cake Ideas
Celebrate your twenties in style with this elegant, minimalist 20th Birthday Cake! A soft vanilla sponge layered with creamy buttercream frosting, perfect for aesthetic birthday cakes for women or any milestone celebration.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric Mixer
- Two 8-inch cake pans
- Offset Spatula
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup strawberry puree or melted chocolate optional, for flavor variation
Frosting
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar sifted
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract, then alternate adding dry ingredients and milk until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour batter evenly into the pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool cakes completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in vanilla and heavy cream until smooth and fluffy.
- Frost the cooled cakes, stacking layers neatly. Decorate with flowers, sprinkles, or a minimalist buttercream swirl for a pretty, modern finish.
Notes
Customize this 20th Birthday Cake with pastel tones, floral toppings, or edible gold accents for a stunning centerpiece. For a flavor twist, add a layer of strawberry puree or drizzle with white chocolate ganache.