50Th Birthday Cakes For A Woman: Celebrate In Style!

Turning 50 is a milestone that deserves to be celebrated in style, and what better way to do so than with a delicious cake? Whether you’re planning a surprise party for your mom, sister, or friend, or you’re the birthday girl herself looking for some inspiration, we’ve got you covered with these two amazing cake recipes that are sure to impress.

Recipe 1: Strawberry Champagne Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 box white cake mix
• 1 cup champagne
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
• 1 container strawberry frosting
• 1/4 cup champagne (for frosting)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, champagne, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth.
3. Fold in sliced strawberries.
4. Pour batter into two 8-inch cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.
5. Cool cakes in pans for 15 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
6. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together frosting and champagne until smooth.
7. Place one cake layer on a cake plate and spread with a layer of frosting. Top with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
8. Decorate with fresh strawberries and serve.

Nutritional Information:

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Total Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg
Sodium: 390mg
Total Carbohydrates: 51g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugars: 35g
Protein: 3g

Cooking Time:

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

Equipment:

• Two 8-inch cake pans
• Electric mixer
• Cake plate
• Wire racks

Serving Suggestions:

This cake pairs perfectly with a glass of champagne or sparkling wine to toast the birthday girl.

Variations:

If you don’t have fresh strawberries on hand, you can use frozen strawberries that have been thawed and drained. You can also substitute the strawberry frosting for vanilla or buttercream frosting if you prefer.

Substitutions:

If you don’t have champagne, you can use sparkling apple cider or ginger ale instead. You can also substitute the vegetable oil for canola oil or applesauce for a healthier option.

Storage:

This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the cake for up to 3 months.

Tips:

• Make sure your champagne is at room temperature before adding it to the cake batter.
• For a more intense champagne flavor, you can brush the cooled cake layers with additional champagne before frosting.
• If you’re making this cake ahead of time, you can bake the cake layers and freeze them until you’re ready to assemble and decorate the cake.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I make this cake gluten-free?
Yes, you can use a gluten-free cake mix and make sure all other ingredients are gluten-free as well.

Can I use fresh whipped cream instead of frosting?
Yes, you can substitute the frosting for whipped cream if you prefer.

Recipe 2: Chocolate Hazelnut Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup Nutella
• 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts
• 1 container chocolate frosting

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Add Nutella and chopped hazelnuts and stir until evenly distributed.
6. Pour batter into two 8-inch cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.
7. Cool cakes in pans for 15 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
8. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together frosting until smooth.
9. Place one cake layer on a cake plate and spread with a layer of frosting. Top with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
10. Decorate with chopped hazelnuts and serve.

Nutritional Information:

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450
Total Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 45mg
Sodium: 360mg
Total Carbohydrates: 60g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugars: 44g
Protein: 6g

Cooking Time:

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

Equipment:

• Two 8-inch cake pans
• Electric mixer
• Cake plate
• Wire racks

Serving Suggestions:

This cake pairs well with a hot cup of coffee or a glass of red wine to complement the rich chocolate flavor.

Variations:

If you don’t have Nutella, you can use chocolate chips or melted chocolate. You can also substitute the hazelnuts for almonds, pecans, or walnuts.

Substitutions:

If you don’t have buttermilk, you can use regular milk with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar added. You can also substitute the vegetable oil for canola oil or melted butter.

Storage:

This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the cake for up to 3 months.

Tips:

• Make sure your Nutella is at room temperature before adding it to the cake batter.
• If you don’t have hazelnuts, you can skip them altogether or use a different type of nut.
• If you’re making this cake ahead of time, you can bake the cake layers and freeze them until you’re ready to assemble and decorate the cake.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I make this cake gluten-free?
Yes, you can use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour and make sure all other ingredients are gluten-free as well.

Can I use a different type of frosting?
Yes, you can substitute the chocolate frosting for vanilla or hazelnut frosting if you prefer.

Conclusion

Whichever cake recipe you choose, we’re sure the birthday girl will love it! These cakes are the perfect way to celebrate this milestone birthday in style. Remember to personalize the cake with the birthday girl’s favorite flavors and