Pink Birthday Cake
This Pink Birthday Cake is a dreamy, soft vanilla cake with a delicate blush of pink — perfect for birthdays, Sweet 16s, or any celebration that calls for something beautiful and delicious. With fluffy buttercream frosting and endless decoration possibilities, it’s the ultimate party centerpiece.
Equipment
- Two 8-inch Round Cake Pans
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric Mixer
- Spatula
- Cooling Rack
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- pink gel food coloring a few drops
Frosting
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-3 tbsp heavy cream or milk
- pink food coloring a few drops
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until smooth.
- Stir in pink food coloring until the desired shade is reached.
- Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in vanilla, cream, and pink coloring until fluffy.
- Frost the cake and decorate with sprinkles, edible pearls, or heart-shaped toppers.
Notes
For a smooth, professional finish, chill cake layers before frosting. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Decorate with fresh berries, flowers, or white chocolate drips for an elegant touch.