Birthday Cake For Harry Potter

Ingredients

To make this magical Harry Potter-inspired cake, you'll need some basic baking ingredients. Here is the list of ingredients:

3 cups cake flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 sticks (1 cup) butter
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 cup full-fat plain yogurt
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Food coloring
2 cups buttercream frosting
Decorative sprinkles

Instructions

Let's get started! Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the butter on medium-high speed for about 1 minute, until creamy and smooth. Add the sugar and continue beating until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Add the yogurt and vanilla extract and beat until combined. Add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Divide the batter evenly between two bowls. Add food coloring to one of the bowls, stirring to combine. Pour the two batters into the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Remove the cakes from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Once the cakes have cooled, spread the buttercream frosting on top of the first layer. Place the second layer of cake on top and spread the remaining frosting over the top and sides of the cake. Decorate with sprinkles, if desired.

Nutrition

This cake is rich and decadent. Each slice contains roughly 500 calories and 25 grams of fat. The cake is also high in sugar, with each slice containing about 25 grams. While this cake is delicious, it should be enjoyed in moderation!

Conclusion

This delicious Harry Potter-inspired birthday cake is the perfect way to celebrate any special occasion. It's easy to make and sure to be a hit with both young and old alike. Plus, it only requires a few simple ingredients and is ready in no time. So what are you waiting for? Gather your ingredients and get baking!