Birthday Cake

Description

A modestly decorated but very delicious cake—I assure you! You can use any cream for the cake—chocolate, vanilla, or fruit-flavored. I make the batter using a mixer, which ensures it turns out smooth and lump-free. Before serving, be sure to decorate the cake with candles. Serve cooled or slightly warm.

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Combine the sifted flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Pour the kefir into a separate bowl and add 1.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Place 115 grams of butter into the mixer bowl, add sugar, and beat at medium speed for 4 minutes.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Reduce the speed and add the eggs one at a time, beating for 30 seconds after each addition.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Beat and gradually add the flour mixture; this will take 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Line two pans with parchment paper, then divide the dough into 2 parts and pour into the pans.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Place in a preheated oven at 175 degrees and bake for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 20 minutes.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Carefully remove the cakes from the pan, cut each one in half.

8. 8

   Step 8

   For the cream, mix powdered sugar with cocoa. Beat the remaining butter with the dry ingredients, then add cream and vanilla extract.

9. 9

   Step 9

   Spread each cake layer with cream, leaving a little for the top and sides. Place the finished cake in the refrigerator for several hours.

10. 10

    Step 10

    The pastry is ready. Serve with tea.