Aquarius Zodiac Sign Birthday Cake
This vibrant cake reflects the innovative spirit of Aquarius individuals, combining sweet and tangy flavors for a delightful birthday centerpiece.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 3 cups Flour All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 cup Butter, softened For cake and frosting
- 2 cups Sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Milk
- a few drops Blue food coloring To achieve desired hue
Frosting Ingredients
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Heavy cream
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and ensure they are fresh.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease two round cake pans with butter and dust with flour.
Baking the Cake
- Cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 2 cups of sugar until fluffy.
- Add 4 eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups of flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Alternately add the flour mixture and 1 cup of milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with flour.
- Gently fold in blue food coloring until desired hue is reached.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Making the Frosting
- In a bowl, beat 1 cup of softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add 4 cups of powdered sugar, mixing on low speed.
- Add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and 3 tablespoons of heavy cream, mixing until smooth.
Assembling the Cake
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread frosting generously on top.
- Place the second layer on top and frost the entire cake smoothly.
- Decorate with edible glitter or silver stars.
Serving
- Let the cake sit for one hour to set before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers covered at room temperature for about three days or refrigerate for longer freshness.