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Hey party planner! This birthday cake kids recipe is like a sugar-fueled confetti bomb—in the best way possible. One bite and it’s instant smile central—your little guests won’t stop grinning!

Why this recipe is awesome

This birthday cake kids treat is soft, colorful, and just sweet enough. It uses easy pantry staples, comes together fast, and is decorated with bright sprinkles—total showstopper for picky young eaters. IMO, it’s party perfection.

Ingredients

• Cake:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup milk (or plant-based)
• Frosting:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (soft)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 Tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • Bright food coloring + sprinkles

Substitutions: Dairy-free milk/frosting swaps easily!

Tools & Kitchen Gadgets Used

• 2 × 8″ round cake pans
• Mixing bowls
• Electric hand mixer (or stand mixer)
• Spatula
• Parchment paper circles
• Offset spatula
• Whisper-sprinkle bottle (optional but fun!)
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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease & line pans.
2. Cream butter + sugar until fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time; stir in vanilla.
4. Combine flour, baking powder, salt in bowl.
5. Alternate mixing dry ingredients and milk into batter.
6. Divide into pans, bake 20–25 min (‘til toothpick clean).
7. Cool cakes fully before frosting.
8. Make frosting: Beat butter, sugar, milk, vanilla until silky. Add coloring.
9. Assemble & frost: Level cakes, add frosting & sprinkles between layers, crumb-coat, then final coat with a heavy sprinkle storm.

Calories & Nutritional Info

• ~400 kcal per slice
• 20 g fat • 50 g carbs • 3 g protein
• FYI, lighter than bakery cakes but still party-worthy 🍰

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Overmixing batter? Stops it from being fluffy—fold gently!
• Frosting too runny? Add a smidge more powdered sugar.
• Sprinkles sinking? Frost chilled cake for better grip!

Variations & Customizations

1. Keto kids cake: Use almond flour, butter, erythritol, and cream cheese frosting.
2. Spiced twist: Add 1 tsp cinnamon + ½ tsp nutmeg to dry mix.
3. Fruit-forward: Fold mini chocolate chips or rainbow candies into batter.

FAQ

1. Can I use boxed cake mix? Yep—just follow directions and jazz up with colorful frosting & sprinkles.
2. Best frosting for kids? Buttercream wins for taste & simplicity.
3. Make ahead? Bake layers 1 day in advance; refrigerate.
4. Freeze cake? Yes—wrapped, it keeps for ~2 months.
5. Any allergy swaps? Use flax “eggs,” plant milk, and vegan butter.
6. Vegan version? Use plant-based butter, milk, flax eggs, and vegan dairy-free frosting.
7. Decor tips? Add fun picks or a mini cake topper—it’s a party!

Final Thoughts

This birthday cake kids recipe is the secret weapon for happy birthday vibes. Whip it up, snap a pic, and brace for “Wow!” Moments. Trust—once you go homemade, you’ll never hit the bakery line again 😉