Happy Birthday Wishes Cake
This Happy Birthday Wishes Cake is soft, moist, and topped with creamy buttercream frosting. Perfect for writing names or heartfelt messages, it’s a beautiful centerpiece for any birthday celebration—simple enough for beginners and customizable for kids, adults, or milestone birthdays.
Equipment
- Two 9-inch Round Cake Pans
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric Mixer
- Offset Spatula
- Piping Bag with Fine Tip
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2.5 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk room temperature
Frosting
- 2 cups unsalted butter softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar sifted
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-3 tbsp heavy cream adjust for consistency
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating after each, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding the dry mixture and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry. Mix until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly between pans and bake 25–30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Make frosting: Beat butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar gradually, then vanilla and cream until smooth and fluffy.
- Assemble cake: frost between layers and around the cake. Smooth the top and sides, then decorate with piping, fruit, or sprinkles. Write a personalized birthday message to finish.
Notes
Personalize with sprinkles, edible flowers, or chocolate drips. For kids, try funfetti batter. For adults, add elegance with pastel tones or edible gold. Always chill the cake briefly before writing messages for neat results.