Birthday Cake For Boys
This Birthday Cake for Boys is more than just dessert — it's a heartfelt celebration baked with love. Perfect for superheroes, car themes, or sports parties, it's simple to make, fun to decorate, and full of joy in every slice.
Equipment
- 2 9-inch Round Cake Pans
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk or Electric Mixer
- Wire Rack
- Offset Spatula (optional)
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
Cake Batter
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 large eggs room temperature
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Frosting & Decoration
- 2 cups frosting buttercream or whipped, for layering and decorating
- edible decorations cars, superheroes, sports — theme of choice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, alternating with milk, until just combined.
- Divide batter between pans and smooth the tops. Bake 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes completely on wire racks before frosting.
- Frost between layers and cover the top and sides. Decorate with theme elements — cars, superheroes, footballs, etc.
Notes
Customize this cake with your child’s favorite theme. Use gel food coloring for vibrant tones. Leftovers make great cake pops or after-party treats!