Homemade Birthday Cake: A Sweet Celebration Staple

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.

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In a bowl, cream 1 cup of softened butter with 2 cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

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Beat in 4 large eggs, one at a time, then mix in 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.

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Alternately add 3 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 cup of milk to the batter, beginning and ending with the flour.

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Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.

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Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

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Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

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Frost and decorate the cooled cakes to create a personalized birthday masterpiece!

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