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A beautifully decorated happiness cake with layers and colorful sprinkles.

happiness cake

Indulge in the delightful happiness cake! This easy recipe brings joy to every bite, perfect for celebrations and sweet moments! 🎂✨
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Instructions

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour A key base for structure and texture.
  • 1.5 cups Sugar Adds sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Helps the cake rise for a light and fluffy texture.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Balances sweetness and enhances overall flavor.
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted butter Provides richness and moisture; make sure it's softened for easy mixing.
  • 3 large Eggs Bind ingredients together and add moisture; room temperature eggs work best.
  • 2 tsp Vanilla extract Infuses a warm, sweet flavor that complements the cake.
  • 1 cup Milk Adds moisture and helps achieve the perfect batter consistency.
  • as desired tbsp Food coloring Optional, for a fun and vibrant appearance.
  • as desired tbsp Sprinkles For a festive touch and added joy on top!

Equipment

  • 2 9-inch round cake pans Greased and floured for easy removal.
  • 1 Large mixing bowl For mixing dry ingredients.
  • 1 medium mixing bowl For mixing wet ingredients.
  • 1 Whisk For combining ingredients.
  • 1 Spatula For folding in sprinkles.
  • 1 toothpick For checking cake doneness.

Method
 

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
  1. Collect all the necessary ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, buttermilk (or milk with vinegar), and colorful sprinkles.
Step 2: Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure your cake bakes evenly and rises beautifully.
Step 3: Prepare Your Cake Pans
  1. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. This will help your cake come out easily once baked.
Step 4: Mix the Dry Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Step 5: Combine the Wet Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, mix eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth and creamy.
Step 6: Blend Wet and Dry Ingredients
  1. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Don’t overmix; a few lumps are okay!
Step 7: Add the Sprinkles
  1. Fold in a generous handful of colorful sprinkles. This is where the fun begins!
Step 8: Pour and Bake
  1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 9: Cool the Cakes
  1. Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10: Frost and Decorate
  1. Once cooled, frost with your favorite frosting. Add more sprinkles on top for that extra happiness touch!
Step 11: Slice and Enjoy
  1. Slice your Happiness Cake, serve it up, and enjoy every joyful bite with friends and family!