I can’t take credit for this recipe.
But I can say that the two recipes I used to make Nick’s birthday cake are some of the best I’ve ever had.
Since I’m a basket case when it comes to making layer cakes, I knew better than to try to make my own recipe. I freak out when I’m trying to level off the layers and ice the cake without making a crumbly mess all over the kitchen (which happens no matter what). Add to that the fact that one of these cakes was overflowing in the oven…I’m glad I chose tried and true recipes!
I looked online and found a cake and frosting recipe from two people I knew I could count on.
The cake itself is smartly called “The Best Birthday Cake” from Smitten Kitchen. I wanted a good old classic yellow cake recipe, and this was delicious! Buttery, light, and lots of vanilla flavor – just what I was looking for.
The frosting is one I saw Kelly post with her Cornmeal Cake on Evil Shenanigans a little while ago, and I couldn’t stop thinking about it. Her Chocolate Buttermilk frosting was the perfect match with the buttermilk-laced cake.
Have a birthday coming up? Make this.
Just want an excuse to make and eat a cake? Make this.
Either way, it’s a good idea.
What’s your favorite kind of cake?
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Looks like you did a fabulous job with your cake! I really should try that recipe for my husband who loves yellow cake with chocolate frosting!
I totally have a love/hate relationship with making layer cakes. They stress me out to no end, but when the finished product looks good, you can’t help but feel like a million bucks! This cake looks absolutely fabulous and you can’t go wrong with that classic yellow cake/chocolate frosting combo!
Me too! I love seeing them when they’re done, but man – they drive me nuts
This could easily become my favorite cake!
So perfect. I am not normally a cake fan, but i have a feeling i would love this
I love a good, simple cake recipe
thanks yo!! one of my fav cakes is either my Chocolate Chip butter cake or the Apple Spice Cake. Check em out!! sooo delish! http://lauren-whatlaurenlikes.blogspot.com/2011/06/apple-spice-cake-with-brown-sugar.html
Mmmm…that cake looks fabulous, Brandi! I’m a sucker for a good ol’ yellow cake, but my favorite is probably Carrot Cake with lots of cream cheese frosting.
Happy Birthday to Nick!
oh man, that sounds awesome! looks great too
frosting can hide alot of things, i’ve learned! plus, as long as it tastes good…
I love white/vanilla cake with chocolate frosting. Or red velvet. Or carrot cake. Or Italian cream.
Awesome cake!
Well it looks fantastic to me. I’d never know layers cakes make you nervous.
Thanks
I’m seriously a spastic mess when I’m putting them together!
your caked turned out great—i bet nick was so pleased!
my fave cake is italian cream cake–it has coconut and pecans and a cream cheese frosting!
I love making layer cakes and have made them for close friend’s birthdays for several years. I love the challenge. Yours looks great and I’m sure it tasted even better!
Thanks Sarah!
oh that cake looks deliciously perfect!!!! glad you had such a nice weekend too
The cake looks so tasty – is there anything nicer than chocolate icing?
Glad you had a lovely weekend
Looks great! White cake with chocolate frosting is my hubby’s favorite!
I <3 Smitten Kitchen!
I LOVE that recipe, it is my favorite too! I was planning on posting about it soon too! The perfect yellow cake for sure. I might have to make it tonight.