Birthday Cake Frosting (Bakery Style)

Dolce Flav

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Dolce Flav

Servings

24

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

This rich and fluffy Birthday Cake Frosting (Bakery Style) delivers that nostalgic, classic birthday cake flavor thanks to high-quality Birthday Cake Flavoring. Butter is whipped until light, then combined with powdered sugar, heavy cream, and flavoring to create a smooth, creamy frosting that spreads beautifully onto cakes and cupcakes. Perfect for celebrations, this customizable frosting pipes well, holds its shape, and provides a sweet vanilla-butter flavor with that nostalgic sprinkle-cake aroma bakeries are known for.

Ingredients

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
3–4 tbsp heavy cream (or milk)
1–1.5 tsp Birthday Cake Flavoring / Extract
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional: 2–3 tbsp rainbow sprinkles (for funfetti-style frosting)

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Directions

Whip the Butter In a large bowl, beat softened butter on medium-high speed for 2–3 minutes until pale, fluffy, and creamy.
Add Powdered Sugar Add powdered sugar one cup at a time.
Mix on low to avoid sugar dust, then increase to medium speed until smooth.
Flavor the Frosting Add Birthday Cake Flavoring, vanilla extract, and salt.
Beat until fully incorporated.
Adjust Texture Add heavy cream 1 tablespoon at a time until frosting reaches your preferred spreading or piping consistency.
Beat for an additional 1–2 minutes for maximum fluffiness.
Optional Add-In Fold in rainbow sprinkles for a bakery-style funfetti frosting.
Use or Store Use immediately or store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 1 week (rewhip before using).

Recipe Note

10 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How strong is Birthday Cake Flavoring?

Start with 1 tsp; increase to 1.5 tsp for a stronger bakery-style flavor.

2. Can I use salted butter?

Yes, but reduce added salt or omit it entirely.

3. Can I make this frosting dairy-free?

Use plant-based butter and non-dairy milk like oat or almond milk.

4. Why is my frosting too stiff?

Add 1 tablespoon of cream at a time until smooth and spreadable.

5. Why is my frosting too soft?

Add more powdered sugar, 2–3 tablespoons at a time.

6. Can I tint the frosting with food coloring?

Yes—gel food coloring works best for vibrant hues without thinning the frosting.

7. Can this frosting be piped for cupcake swirls?

Absolutely! It holds its shape beautifully with the right consistency.

8. Can I freeze this frosting?

Yes. Freeze up to 2 months, thaw, and rewhip before using.

9. Can I make it less sweet?

Add a pinch more salt or a splash of lemon juice to balance sweetness.

10. Can I add sprinkles directly into the frosting?

Yes—use jimmies, not nonpareils, to prevent color bleeding.