Classic Vanilla Cake with Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
This classic vanilla cake is sure to be a hit. Soft, fluffy, and delicious, it’s the perfect choice for a 50th birthday celebration. To make the cake, you’ll need the following ingredients:Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup hot water
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Make a well in the center and add vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract and buttermilk. Mix until smooth.
- Slowly stir in hot water until batter is smooth. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to cool completely.
- Once the cakes have cooled, make the frosting. In a large bowl, cream together butter, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Spread frosting between layers, on top and sides of cake. Decorate with sprinkles, if desired.
Nutrition:
Serving size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake) Calories: 370 Total Fat: 18g Saturated Fat: 4g Cholesterol: 35mg Sodium: 290mg Total Carbohydrates: 46g Dietary Fiber: 1g Sugars: 24g Protein: 4gChocolate Cake with Chocolate Fudge Frosting
What’s a birthday without a chocolate cake? This moist, rich, and delicious chocolate cake with chocolate fudge frosting is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Here’s what you’ll need to make it:Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup hot water
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Make a well in the center and add vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract and buttermilk. Mix until smooth.
- Slowly stir in hot water until batter is smooth. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to cool completely.
- Once the cakes have cooled, make the frosting. In a large bowl, cream together butter, confectioners' sugar, and cocoa powder until light and fluffy. Spread frosting between layers, on top and sides of cake. Decorate with sprinkles, if desired.
Nutrition:
Serving size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake) Calories: 390 Total Fat: 18g Saturated Fat: 4g Cholesterol: 35mg Sodium: 300mg Total Carbohydrates: 48g Dietary Fiber: 1g Sugars: 26g Protein: 4gStrawberry Shortcake
This classic dessert is made with layers of fresh strawberries and whipped cream, and it’s sure to be a hit for a 50th birthday celebration. Here’s what you’ll need to make it:Ingredients:
- 1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
- 4 cups sliced fresh strawberries
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine strawberries and confectioners' sugar. Let stand for 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Layer cake, strawberries, and cream in a trifle bowl. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition:
Serving size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake) Calories: 340 Total Fat: 15g Saturated Fat: 8g Cholesterol: 45mg Sodium: 320mg Total Carbohydrates: 44g Dietary Fiber: 1g Sugars: 22g Protein: 4gCarrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
This moist and delicious carrot cake with cream cheese frosting is a classic. Perfect for a 50th birthday celebration, it’s sure to be a hit. Here’s what you’ll need to make it:Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Make a well in the center and add vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract and buttermilk. Mix until smooth.
- Slowly stir in hot water and carrots until batter is smooth. Fold in walnuts. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to cool completely.
- Once the cakes have cooled, make the frosting. In a large bowl, cream together cream cheese, butter, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Spread frosting between layers, on top and sides of cake. Decorate with sprinkles, if desired.