Description

A floral birthday cake is a stunning centerpiece that combines beauty and taste, making any celebration memorable. These cakes are adorned with fresh or edible flowers, buttercream, or fondant designs, offering endless customization options. Whether you’re looking for a simple design or an elaborate creation, floral cakes add elegance and vibrancy to your party.

Ingredients

Scale

Here’s a list of essential ingredients for creating a floral birthday cake:

For the Cake:
- 3¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons fine salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup whole milk
- 4 large eggs
For the Frosting:
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Gel food coloring (pink, purple, yellow, green, peach)
Optional Decorations:
- Fresh flowers (ensure they’re pesticide-free and safe to eat)
- Edible flowers
- Fondant for intricate designs

Instructions

Follow these steps to create a beautiful floral birthday cake:

Prepare the Cake Batter:
Preheat your oven to 320°F (160°C). In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add vegetable oil, buttermilk, whole milk, and eggs. Mix until smooth. Divide the batter into pans and bake for 40 minutes. Let cool completely.
Make the Frosting:
Beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream, mixing until smooth. Divide the frosting into bowls and tint with gel food coloring to match your floral theme.
Assemble the Cake:
Layer the cooled cake with frosting in between. Apply a thin crumb coat and chill for 15–20 minutes. Frost the cake evenly using a spatula or piping bag.
Add Floral Decorations:
Use piping techniques to create buttercream flowers or arrange fresh/edible flowers on top. For a minimalist look, use the “negative space” method by placing flowers sparingly.
Chill Before Serving:
Refrigerate the cake for at least 5 days if storing. For longer storage, freeze for up to 1 month.

Notes

Always ensure fresh flowers are pesticide-free and safe for cake decoration.
Vegan options can be made by substituting plant-based ingredients for butter, milk, and cream.
Practice piping techniques beforehand to perfect your floral designs.

Prep Time: 30min
Cook Time: 40min
Category: dessert
Method: Baking, Decorating
Cuisine: Universal (Customizable to any theme)

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of an 8-inch cake)
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 30 g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 15gr
Saturated Fat: 9gr
Unsaturated Fat: 4gr
Trans Fat: 0gr
Carbohydrates: 45min
Fiber: 1gr
Protein: 4gr
Cholesterol: 75mg

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