Birthday Cake For Him
A rich, moist chocolate cake topped with creamy frosting — the perfect birthday cake for the special man in your life. Elegant, easy, and customizable for any celebration.
Equipment
- Two 8-inch Round Cake Pans
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric Mixer or Whisk
- Spatula
- Cooling Rack
Ingredients
Cake Batter
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 1.5 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot coffee or water
Frosting
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3.5 cups powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
- Gradually add hot coffee and mix until the batter is glossy and thin.
- Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
- For frosting: Beat butter until creamy. Add cocoa powder, powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream. Whip until fluffy.
- Frost the cake and decorate with sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or a personalized topper.
Notes
This birthday cake for him is rich, moist, and full of chocolate flavor. Pair with coffee, ice cream, or fresh berries for an unforgettable celebration. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to a week.