Description
A stunning and sophisticated Capricorn birthday cake adorned with gold stars, perfect for celebrating a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
- Gold star decorations
- Buttercream frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, and mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Decorate with buttercream frosting and gold star decorations.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding cocoa powder for a chocolate version.
- Store the cake in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg