Harry Potter Birthday Cake Recipe

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Harry Potter Birthday Cake Recipe

Step into a world of pure wizardry with the enchanting Harry Potter Birthday Cake, as if crafted by the beloved Hagrid himself. This magical confectionery masterpiece boasts layers of moist and decadent sticky chocolate cake, generously adorned with a luscious pink buttercream frosting. The iconic 'Happee Birthdae Harry' message crowns this extraordinary creation, inviting you to embark on a journey of wonder and joy. Delight in the wizarding charm and savor every enchanting bite as this cake transports you to the heart of the magical world.

Prep Time50

Cook Time35

Total Time1 25

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: English

Servings: Servings

Calories: 977kcal

Author: Aimee Mars

Equipment

2 8-inch Cake Pans
Parchment Paper
Stand Mixer or handheld mixer
Piping Bag

Ingredients

Chocolate Cake

1¾ cup Sugar
3/4 cup Cocoa Powder
2 cups Flour
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1½ teaspoons Baking Soda
1 teaspoon Salt
3/4 cup Oil
2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
3 large Eggs
1 cup Buttermilk
1/2 cup Strongly Brewed Coffee

Frosting

1½ cups Butter room temperature
6 cups Powdered Sugar sifted
1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract
1/4 cup Heavy Cream
Pink Food Coloring
Green Food Coloring

Instructions

Chocolate Cake

Prep. Preheat the oven to 350º F and grease two 8-inch cake pans with butter or shortening and then line them with parchment paper. Grease the top of the parchment paper as well.
Mix the dry ingredients. In a large bowl whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Combine the wet ingredients. In a separate medium-sized bowl beat the oil, vanilla, eggs, and buttermilk together until fully combined.
Combine the wet and dry ingredients. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry, whisking continuously until no lumps remain.
Add the brewed coffee. Mix the strongly brewed coffee into the batter until it's smooth.
Bake. Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until a knife or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely. Once cooled the cakes can be stored in zip-top bags in the fride for later assembly.

Frosting

Prepare the frosting. Beat the butter in a stand mixer or using a handheld mixer until creamy. Add the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time until fully incorporated and the frosting is fluffy. Mix in the vanilla and heavy cream.
Dye the frosting. Transfer 1 cup of the frosting to a small bowl and add a few drops of the green food coloring. Place the frosting into a piping bag without a tip. Cut a small piece off the bottom of the bag and set aside.
Add the pink food coloring to the remaining frosting and mix it until evenly combined.

Assembly

Place one layer on a cake stand or plate, securing it with a small drop of frosting underneath to keep it in place.
Spread a thin layer of the pink vanilla buttercream frosting over the cake layer, ensuring it covers the surface evenly. Carefully position the second cake layer on top. Generously frost the entire cake with the pink frosting, creating a charming and imperfect finish.
Using the green frosting in the piping bag write "Happee Birthdae Harry" on top of the cake. Then take a toothpick (or the tip of a sharp knife) and draw a curved line between the "P" and "E" in Happee, and the "H" and "D" in Birthdae. Bring the line down through the "H" and "A" in Harry.

Notes

Quickly cool the cake. If you don't yet have your wand from Ollivanders or have the baking skills of Molly Weasley another option for quickly cooling your cake is to place it into the fridge or freezer before frosting it.

Use room temperature ingredients. Use room temperature wet ingredients for a more even bake and a moist texture. Take the eggs, buttermilk, and butter out of the fridge ahead of time and allow them to come to room temperature before starting.

Frost the cake without care. When it's time to frost this delightful Harry Potter birthday cake from Hagrid, embrace the charming imperfections! Let the frosting job be a bit rough, adding a touch of whimsy. Afterall, Hagrid wasn't known for his baking, especially when it comes to his "rock cakes."

Use a toothpick before piping the words. Use the tip of a toothpick to easily trace the words and curved lines onto the cake before piping the green icing on top.

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