Wikis related to birthday-cakes

Posted by Anonymous Some people like to make an angel food cake as a birthday cake. I have made this one before, and it was great. I made a butter icing, and just tinted the color I wanted. I put in those little dragees you see in the store inside the batter. Angel Food Cake II Ingredients 1 cup sifted cake flour 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar 1 1/2 cups egg whites 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon almond extract 1 cup white sugar 2 cups confectioners' sugar 1/4 cup butter, softened 3 tablespoons cream 1 teaspoon...

Posted by Anonymous This cake and its icing are made from scratch. I cook for a living and the people that I have tried this on love it! Chocolate Macaroon Cake Ingredients 1 egg white 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 1/4 cups white sugar 2 cups shredded coconut 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 3/4 cup hot, brewed coffee 3 eggs 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup shortening 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour 2 cups white sugar 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup butter 1/4 cup corn syrup 1/2 cup milk...

Posted by Anonymous This cake is so moist and delicious! It has served as a birthday cake as each of our four children turned one. The pecans and coconut may be omitted if preferred. Fruity Bundt Cake Ingredients 1/2 cup flaked coconut 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 cups white sugar 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil 3 eggs 3 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup blueberries 2 diced bananas 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple 1 cup chopped pecans Instructions 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F...

Posted by Anonymous Strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla striped cake . . . it's quite delicious! Neopolitan Bundt Cake Ingredients 1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix 1 cup water 1/4 cup vegetable oil 3 eggs 1 teaspoon strawberry extract 1/4 cup chocolate syrup 3 drops red food coloring 2/3 cup confectioners' sugar 3 tablespoons chocolate syrup Instructions 1 Grease and flour a 12-cup bundt pan. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).2 Blend the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs on low speed until moistened. Beat 3 minutes on medium speed. Pour 1/2 of the batter...

Posted by Anonymous Strawberry cake that's a beautiful pink color, fit for a princess. Pink Princess Cake Ingredients 1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix 1 (3 ounce) package strawberry flavored gelatin 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 (10 ounce) package frozen strawberries, thawed and drained 1/2 cup vegetable oil 4 eggs Instructions 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9 or 10 inch bundt or tube pan.2 Combine the cake mix, gelatin, flour, eggs and thawed strawberries. Beat at medium speed of an electric mixer for 3 minutes. Add the oil and...

Posted by Anonymous Special treat for birthdays or other celebrations!!! Truly resemble ice cream in a cone, kids love 'em!!! Ice Cream Cone Treats Ingredients 1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix 1 (16 ounce) package vanilla frosting 1 ounce colored candy sprinkles Instructions 1 Prepare cake mix batter according to directions, or make any standard cake recipe batter (i.e. white, chocolate, etc.).2 Place flat-bottomed ice cream cones in the cups of a regular muffin pan. Pour enough batter into each cone to fill from 1/2 to 2/3 full.3 Bake at time and temperature as...

Posted by Anonymous The recipe is for individual cups (you'll need 8-10 clear, 7 ounce plastic cups), but I believe you can use a bucket instead. Sand Cups Ingredients 2 cups milk 1 (3.5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 (12 ounce) package vanilla wafers, crushed Instructions 1 In a large bowl, combine milk and pudding mix. Beat with a whisk until well blended. Let stand 5 minutes.2 Add whipped topping and half of the crushed cookies and fold in.3 Place 1 Tablespoon crushed cookies into each cup. Fill cups 3/4...

Posted by Anonymous Little chocolate cakes with creamy filling. This recipe has been handed down in my family for quite sometime and hasn't had any complaints yet. Whoopie Pies Ingredients 1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup milk 1 cup shortening 1 cup white sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Instructions 1 To make the cakes: Prepare mix as directed on package except using only 3/4 cup of water. Drop batter onto greased cookie sheet (or use parchment paper to line pan) in 2 1/2 to 3 inch circles. Bake until toothpick inserted...

Posted by Anonymous A favorite of youngsters in our house. Grownups love them too! Worm Cake Ingredients 1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix 3 cups chocolate cookie crumbs 1 (16 ounce) package prepared chocolate frosting 1 (16 ounce) package gummi worms Instructions 1 Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour batter into cupcake pans and bake as directed on cake mix box. Let cupcakes cool thoroughly before frosting.2 Spread cupcakes lightly with chocolate icing. Sprinkle cookie crumbs on top.3 Cut gummi worms in half (as many as you like). Put icing...

Posted by Anonymous This cake was traditionally a birthday cake in my friends home. Her mother is from Hungary and only has this recipe in her head! Now it will be preserved . . . Note: hazelnuts may be toasted or un-toasted. The skins may be removed or left on. Hungarian Flourless Hazelnut Cake Ingredients 12 ounces hazelnuts 2 teaspoons baking powder 6 egg yolks 5/8 cup white sugar 6 egg whites 1 pint heavy whipping cream 1/8 cup chopped hazelnuts, for garnish Instructions 1 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch springform pan....

Posted by Anonymous Very delicious cake! Italian Cream Cake II Ingredients 1/2 cup margarine, softened 1/2 cup shortening 2 cups white sugar 5 egg yolks 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/3 cups flaked coconut 1 cup chopped pecans 5 egg whites 8 ounces cream cheese 1/2 cup margarine, softened 4 cups confectioners' sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup chopped pecans Instructions 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 8 inch round cake pans.2 Beat egg whites until...

Posted by Anonymous Here is a great recipe to put into your cake decorator attachments for making letters, borders, flowers, etc. Great for using on birthday cakes. Use any color food coloring. Butterfly Frosting Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 3 cups sifted confectioners' sugar 1 egg white 1 tablespoon cream 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/8 teaspoon salt 3 drops red food coloring Instructions 1 Cream butter or margarine. Add part of the sugar gradually, blending after each addition. Add remaining sugar, alternately with egg white, then with cream, beating after each...

Posted by Anonymous This is a fine cake with the wonderful essence of fresh oranges. Perfect for any occasion. Orange Delight Cake Ingredients 2 cups cake flour 1 1/3 cups white sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons orange zest 2/3 cup shortening 1/3 cup orange juice 1/3 cup water 2 eggs 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 egg whites 1 1/2 cups white sugar 5 tablespoons water 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons light corn syrup 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons grated orange zest 1/2 cup...

Posted by Anonymous Basic and easy, and very versatile. Layer with white or chocolate frosting, strawberries and whipped cream, etc. Make sure your baking powder is gluten-free. Gluten-Free Yellow Cake Ingredients 1 1/2 cups white rice flour 3/4 cup tapioca flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon xanthan gum 4 eggs 1 1/4 cups white sugar 2/3 cup mayonnaise 1 cup milk 2 teaspoons gluten-free vanilla extract Instructions 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and rice flour two 8 or 9 inch round cake pans.2 Mix...

Posted by Anonymous This is not that common of a cake, but it sure is good. Nutmeg Cake Ingredients 3 eggs 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 1/2 cups white sugar 1 cup buttermilk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 3 tablespoons cream 1/4 cup butter 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar Instructions 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two 9 inch round layer pans.2 In a small bowl beat eggs well. In large bowl, cream...

Posted by Anonymous This cake is great for any occasion even birthdays and special occasions. This is one of my mother's favorite special occasion cakes. Pineapple Sponge Cake Ingredients 1 1/2 cups cake flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 6 eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups white sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice 2 cups whipped cream 1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cored 12 maraschino cherries Instructions 1 Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).2 Sift the cake flour and baking powder together.3 Separate the eggs, put the egg yolks...

Posted by Anonymous This has won three Blue Ribbons at three different fairs. When making the frosting make sure that you use fresh squeezed juice rather than bottled. Blue Ribbon White Cake Ingredients 5 tablespoons corn starch 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups white sugar 2/3 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup milk 3/4 cup water 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 4 egg whites 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 6 tablespoons butter 2 teaspoons orange zest 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar 1/2 cup fresh orange juice 1...

Posted by Anonymous A luscious, tender cake that goes well with many different types of fillings and frostings. Creamy White Layers Ingredients 2 1/2 cups cake flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups super fine sugar 3 cups heavy whipping cream 2 1/2 teaspoons brandy 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar 1 pint fresh strawberries Instructions 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour two 9 inch cake pans.2 Stir together the cake flour, baking powder, salt, and super fine sugar.3 ...

Posted by Anonymous A great cake that tastes like the rainbow! It has all the flavor and sweetness of a cheesecake! Decorate with your favorite frosting and a pile of chocolate coins! End of the Rainbow Cake Ingredients 3/4 cup butter flavored shortening 1 1/2 cups white sugar 2 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon almond extract 1 cup milk 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt Instructions 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 2 (8 inch) round pans. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set...

Posted by Anonymous A lovely 4 layer cake with luscious filling. Lane Cake Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 2 cups white sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup milk 8 egg whites   1/2 cup butter 1 1/4 cups white sugar 8 egg yolks 1/2 cup water 1 teaspoon brandy flavoring 1 cup chopped pecans 1 cup raisins 1/2 cup candied cherries, chopped 1/2 cup flaked coconut Instructions 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour four 8 inch round cake pans.2 Cream 1 cup...