Description
Celebrate the arrival of spring with this moist, fluffy, and utterly delicious Spring Birthday Cake. Made with fresh ingredients and ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-bake cake is the perfect way to make any special occasion even more joyful.
Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3 large eggs
– 1 cup whole milk
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Zest of 1 lemon
– 1 cup fresh berries (such as raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Slowly pour in the milk and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in the lemon zest and fresh berries.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve the Spring Birthday Cake at room temperature, dusted with powdered sugar or topped with additional fresh berries, if desired.
Notes
For a more decadent treat, you can add a simple buttercream frosting or a light lemon glaze to the cake. Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Cakes & No-Bake Sweets
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American