Heartfelt Single Mom Birthday Cake – A Special Treat for a Supermom
Celebrate the strength, love, and dedication of a single mom with this beautifully moist, rich, and delicious birthday cake. This easy-to-make cake is designed to bring joy and appreciation to the special day of a hardworking mother. The recipe is simple yet indulgent, combining fluffy vanilla or chocolate sponge layers, silky buttercream, and heartfelt decorations. Whether baking it yourself or with kids, this cake is sure to make a single mom feel loved and cherished.
Equipment
- 2 (8-inch) round cake pans
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or hand whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Parchment paper
- Cake turntable (optional)
- Offset spatula or piping bag (for frosting)
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- Cake Batter:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- Buttercream Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream or milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Food coloring optional, for decoration
- Optional Decorations:
- Fresh berries or edible flowers
- Chocolate shavings
- Sprinkles
- "Happy Birthday Supermom!" cake topper
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla extract.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk, mixing until smooth.
- Step 2: Bake the Cake
- Pour batter evenly into the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- Step 3: Prepare the Buttercream Frosting
- Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in vanilla extract and cream/milk until fluffy.
- Add food coloring if desired.
- Step 4: Assemble and Decorate
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread frosting evenly.
- Add the second layer and frost the entire cake. Smooth with an offset spatula.
- Decorate with sprinkles, fruit, or a heartfelt message.
Notes
For extra moisture, brush cake layers with simple syrup (equal parts sugar & water).
Make it chocolate by substituting ½ cup flour with cocoa powder.
Dairy-free version: Use vegan butter and almond milk.
Make ahead: Bake cake layers 1 day in advance, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate.
Make it chocolate by substituting ½ cup flour with cocoa powder.
Dairy-free version: Use vegan butter and almond milk.
Make ahead: Bake cake layers 1 day in advance, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate.