Learn How to Bake the Harry Potter Cake

Are you ready to step into the enchanting world of wizardry baking? If you're a fan of the Harry Potter series, you'll love the thrill of creating your own "Happee Birthdae Harry" cake. 

This cake, which we've seen in the movies, is a symbol of affection and simplicity and an iconic part of the Harry Potter universe. So, let's prepare our wands (baking tools) for a magical baking journey!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water

For the Icing:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 to 2 tablespoons cream or milk
• Green and pink food colouring

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prepare:

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

1. Mix the Dry Ingredients:

Combine flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder in a large bowl.

1. Add Wet Ingredients:

Add milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla to the flour mixture and mix quickly until well combined. Reduce speed and carefully add boiling water to the cake batter.

1. Bake the Cake:

Divide the batter evenly between the two pans and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes clean.

1. Cool the Layers:

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for about 10 minutes, then remove from the pan and cool completely.

1. Prepare the Icing:

Combine butter, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla in a medium bowl. Beat until light and fluffy. Gradually add cream or milk until you reach your desired consistency. Divide the icing into two bowls. Add green food colouring for the lettering in one bowl and pink for the main icing in the other.

1. Assemble the Cake:

Once the cakes are cool, level them with a knife or cake leveller. Place one cake layer on your serving plate, spread pink icing over it, and then place the second layer on top. Apply a thin crumb coat of pink icing on the cake and put it in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes. Afterwards, apply a thicker coat of icing.

1. Decorate Your Cake:

Using the green icing and a small piping bag with a fine tip, pipe the words "Happee Birthdae Harry" on the cake, mimicking the style seen in the movie.

1. The Finishing Touch:

Let your cake sit for a few minutes, and it's ready to serve! Enjoy this delightful treat with friends, family, or fellow Potterheads.

And there you have it, your very own Harry Potter Cake, as seen at House of Spells. This cake isn't just a dessert; it's a piece of the magical world that has captured the hearts of millions. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, a Harry Potter-themed party, or just craving something sweet, this cake will surely bring some magic to your day. Enjoy the process and the delicious outcome of your magical baking skills!