Quick Recipe Ideas: Indulgent Pink Birthday Cake for Celebrations
A delightful and colorful pink birthday cake perfect for celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons pink food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
- Mix in the food coloring until the desired pink hue is achieved.
- Pour the batter into prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool completely before frosting.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use buttermilk instead of whole milk.
- Add sprinkles to the frosting for a festive touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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