Pastel Birthday Cake

Get ready to celebrate with this beautiful Pastel Birthday Cake! This delightful multi-layer cake features soft, fluffy pastel-colored layers and is frosted with a creamy buttercream frosting. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or any special occasion, this cake is sure to be the centerpiece of your celebration.

With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, this Pastel Birthday Cake is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Let’s dive into this fun and festive recipe!

Resume of the Recipe
This Pastel Birthday Cake consists of layers of fluffy vanilla cake dyed in soft pastel colors and filled with a light buttercream frosting. The cake is decorated with more frosting and sprinkles for a joyful touch. Easy to make and perfect for any celebration, this cake will be a hit with kids and adults alike!

Exciting Story:
I first made this Pastel Birthday Cake for my niece’s birthday party. She loves all things colorful, and I wanted to create a cake that matched her vibrant personality. As I mixed the batter and divided it into different bowls for coloring, I felt a sense of excitement—this cake was going to be special!

When the cake layers came out of the oven, they looked stunning in their pastel hues. As I assembled the cake and decorated it with fluffy frosting and sprinkles, I couldn’t wait to see her reaction. When we sang “Happy Birthday” and cut into the cake, her face lit up with joy, and everyone was amazed by the colorful surprise inside. Since then, this cake has become a favorite in our family for celebrations of all kinds!

Why This Pastel Birthday Cake is a Must-Try

• Colorful and Fun: The vibrant layers make this cake a stunning addition to any celebration.
• Delicious Flavor: The fluffy vanilla cake paired with creamy frosting is a classic favorite.
• Easy to Customize: You can easily personalize it with different colors, flavors, and decorations!

How to Make Pastel Birthday Cake
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Divide the batter evenly into separate bowls based on how many colors you want to use. Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl and mix until the desired pastel color is achieved.

Pour each colored batter into the prepared cake pans, filling them about two-thirds full. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

While the cakes cool, prepare the buttercream frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until combined. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth and fluffy. If desired, divide the frosting and add food coloring to create a colored frosting.

Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top and place the second layer on top. Repeat with the third layer. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.

Decorate with sprinkles and additional frosting as desired. Slice and serve your beautiful Pastel Birthday Cake!

Tips:

• Make sure the cakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
• Use an offset spatula for smoother frosting application.

Substitutions and Variations:

• Substitute the vanilla cake with chocolate or lemon cake for a different flavor.
• Use cream cheese frosting for a tangy twist!

Make a Healthier Version:

• Use low-fat butter or a butter substitute in the frosting.
• Reduce the sugar in both the cake and frosting to lower the sweetness.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Can I make this cake in advance?
   Yes, the cake layers can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
2. How should I store leftovers?
   Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
3. Can I freeze the cake?
   Yes, you can freeze the unassembled layers for up to 2 months.
4. What can I use instead of buttermilk?
   Milk mixed with a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice can be used as a substitute.
5. How do I know when the cake is done?
   A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
6. Can I use different flavors of frosting?
   Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with chocolate, strawberry, or cream cheese frosting.
7. How can I make the colors more vibrant?
   Use gel food coloring for more intense colors.
8. What if I don’t have three cake pans?
   You can bake the layers in batches if needed.
9. Can I add fruit or jam between the layers?
   Yes! Adding fruit preserves or fresh fruit can enhance the flavor.
10. What’s the best way to frost the cake?
    Use an offset spatula for smooth application, and start with a crumb coat before the final layer.
11. Can I make mini versions of this cake?
    Yes! Just adjust the baking time for smaller pans.
12. How do I achieve a smooth finish on the frosting?
    Use a bench scraper or spatula to smooth the sides after applying the frosting.

Pastel Birthday Cake

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Recipe by Alexandra Course: All Word Recipes

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

1

Cook Mode

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Ingredients

• For the Vanilla Cake:

• 2 3/4 cups 2 3/4 all-purpose flour

• 1 tablespoon 1 baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 salt

• 1 cup 1 unsalted butter, softened

• 2 cups 2 granulated sugar

• 4 large 4 eggs

• 1 tablespoon 1 vanilla extract

• 1 cup 1 buttermilk

• Food coloring (red, blue, yellow, green, or colors of your choice)

• For the Buttercream Frosting:

• 1 cup 1 unsalted butter, softened

• 4 cups 4 powdered sugar

• 1/4 cup 1/4 heavy cream or milk

• 1 tablespoon 1 vanilla extract

• Food coloring (optional)

• Sprinkles (for decoration)

Directions

• Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
• Divide the batter evenly into separate bowls based on how many colors you want to use. Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl and mix until the desired pastel color is achieved.
• Pour each colored batter into the prepared cake pans, filling them about two-thirds full. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
• While the cakes cool, prepare the buttercream frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until combined. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth and fluffy. If desired, divide the frosting and add food coloring to create a colored frosting.
• Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top and place the second layer on top. Repeat with the third layer. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
• Decorate with sprinkles and additional frosting as desired. Slice and serve your beautiful Pastel Birthday Cake!

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