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Vanilla Birthday Cake with Whipped Chocolate Buttercream

Vanilla Birthday Cake with Whipped Chocolate Buttercream

Prepare to unleash the most mouthwatering birthday cake that will make everyone's taste buds dance with joy! This isn't just any ordinary cake - it's a spectacular vanilla masterpiece crowned with the most luxurious whipped chocolate buttercream you've ever tasted. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a slice of pure bliss, this recipe promises to transform your kitchen into a gourmet bakery and make you the ultimate dessert hero!

Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 cake

Ingredients

  1. 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  2. 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  3. 1/2 tsp salt
  4. 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  5. 2 cups granulated sugar
  6. 4 large eggs
  7. 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  8. 1 cup milk
  9. 1 cup heavy cream
  10. 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  11. 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, lining the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract thoroughly.
  5. Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Divide the cake batter evenly between the prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove cakes from oven and let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  9. For the chocolate buttercream, melt chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  10. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in the melted, cooled chocolate until well combined.
  11. Once cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a cake stand. Spread a layer of chocolate buttercream, then top with the second cake layer.
  12. Frost the entire cake with the remaining whipped chocolate buttercream, creating smooth or decorative swirls as desired.
  13. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set the frosting before serving. Slice and enjoy your vanilla birthday cake!

Tips

  1. • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting to guarantee a smooth, even cake batter • Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cake light and fluffy • Use parchment paper for foolproof cake removal and perfectly shaped layers • Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent the buttercream from melting • For extra moisture, brush the cake layers with a simple syrup before frosting • Chill the cake for 30 minutes after frosting to set the buttercream and create clean, beautiful slices • For a professional finish, use a rotating cake stand and offset spatula when frosting

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 550kcal

Carbohydrates: 65g

Protein: 7g

Fat: 32g

Saturated Fat: 19g

Cholesterol: 135mg

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