Custom Aquarius Birthday Cake
This custom birthday cake captures the essence of Aquarius season with vibrant colors and delicious flavors, making it a perfect centerpiece for any celebration.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 4 cups All-purpose flour Use high-quality flour for best results.
- 3 cups Granulated sugar
- 5 large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
- 1 cup Butter Softened butter for creaming.
- 1 cup Milk Room temperature milk.
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract High-quality vanilla for better flavor.
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder Make sure it's fresh for best rise.
For the Frosting
- 2 cups Butter Softened for easier mixing.
- 5 cups Powdered sugar Sifted for smooth texture.
- Gel food coloring Various colors for frosting Use blue, pink, and violet to achieve the desired effect.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a grand mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour, alternating with milk until the batter is smooth.
- Gently fold in the vanilla extract.
- Divide the batter equally into prepared cake pans.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool for at least 10 minutes in their pans before transferring them to wire racks.
Frosting and Assembly
- For the frosting, mix softened butter with powdered sugar until creamy.
- Layer the cooled cakes with frosting in between and coat the outside.
- Decorate with colored frosting as desired.
Notes
For an added sparkle, consider using edible glitter or shimmer on the frosting. Store the frosted cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or in the refrigerator for up to one week.