Magnolia Bakery'S Vanilla Birthday Cake And Frostin

Name: Magnolia Bakery'S Vanilla Birthday Cake And Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cake Batter; 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 2 cups sugar; 4 large eggs, at room temperature; 1 1/2 cups self rising flour; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla; Buttercream Frosting; 1 cup unsalted butter, very soft; 8 cups confectioners' sugar; 1/2 cup milk; 2 teaspoons vanilla

Servings: persons

Cake Batter
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups self rising flour
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
Buttercream Frosting
1 cup unsalted butter, very soft
8 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Grease and lightly flour three 9 inch round cake pans, then line the bottoms with waxed paper.
3
In a large bowl, on the medium speed of an electric mixer, cream the butter until smooth.
4
Add the sugar gradually and beat until fluffy, about 3 minutes.
5
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6
Combine the flours and add in four parts, alternating with the milk and the vanilla extract, beating well after each addition.
7
Divide batter among the cake pans.
8
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a cake tester inserted into center of cake comes out clean.
9
Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes.
10
Remove from pans and cool completely on wire rack.
11
If you're making cupcakes, line two 12-cup muffin tins with cupcake papers.
12
Spoon the batter into the cups about three-quarters full.
13
Bake until the tops spring back when lightly touched, about 20 to 22 minutes.
14
Remove cupcakes from pans and cool completely on a rack before icing.
15
When cake has cooled, ice between the layers, then ice top and sides of cake.
16
To make the icing - place the butter in a large mixing bowl.
17
Add 4 cups of the sugar and then the milk and vanilla.
18
Beat until smooth and creamy.
19
Gradually add the remaining sugar, 1 cup at a time, until icing is thick enough to be of good spreading consistency (you may very well not need all of the sugar).
20
If desired, add a few drops of food coloring and mix thoroughly.
21
Use and store icing at room temperature, as icing will set if chilled.
22
Can store in an airtight container for up to three days.

3259

kcal

Calories

106

Fat

570

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cake Batter, 1 cup unsalted butter, softened, 2 cups sugar, 4 large eggs, at room temperature, and more.

Yes, Magnolia Bakery'S Vanilla Birthday Cake And Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Magnolia Bakery'S Vanilla Birthday Cake And Frosting

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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