Classic Vanilla Birthday Cake with Buttercream Frosting

Classic Vanilla Birthday Cake with Buttercream Frosting

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Bake a soft Classic Vanilla Birthday Cake with Buttercream Frosting, tender vanilla layers, creamy frosting, and simple decorating tips for a party-ready…

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Cooking tools:

  • Stand mixer
  • Kitchen scale
  • Offset spatula
  • Bench scraper
  • Piping bag
  • Cooling rack
  • Cake pan
  • Oven
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Chef's knife
  • Long thin knife
  • Plastic wrap
  • Airtight container
  • Refrigerator

Ingredients

  • Baking spray or softened butter and flour, for the pans
  • 2 1/2 cups (285 g) cake flour, spooned and leveled
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 3/4 cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) neutral oil
  • 1 3/4 cups (350 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 large egg yolks, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups (340 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 5 cups (600 g) powdered sugar, sifted if lumpy
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 2-4 tablespoons heavy cream or whole milk
  • 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles, for decorating

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