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Mini Cakes Birthday Simple

Mini Cakes Birthday Simple

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These Mini Cakes Birthday Simple are delightful individual cakes perfect for celebrating special occasions, especially birthdays. They're easy to make, customizable, and bring joy to kids with their personalized touch. The recipe emphasizes simplicity, making it a great choice for busy families looking to create special memories without the stress of elaborate baking.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups All-purpose flour
1 cup Granulated sugar
1 ½ teaspoons Baking powder
½ teaspoon Salt
½ cup Unsalted butter
2 Large eggs
¾ cup Whole milk
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
½ cup Unsalted butter (for frosting)
34 cups Powdered sugar
23 tablespoons Whole milk or cream (for frosting)
½ teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)
Pinch of salt (for frosting)
Optional: Food coloring, sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin ti
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and eggs until light and fluffy
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract
  6. Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling them two-thirds full
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a skewer comes out clea
  8. Let the mini cakes cool for 5 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack
  9. For frosting, beat the butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and milk until smooth
  10. Frost the cooled cakes and decorate as desired

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.

Sift powdered sugar for smoother frosting.

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