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Capricorn Cake
Isabella

Capricorn Birthday Cake

This Capricorn Birthday Cake blends simplicity with cosmic charm for a dessert that feels refined, celebratory, and effortlessly impressive. Made with a boxed cake mix and elevated with frosting, sprinkles, and zodiac-inspired flair, it’s the perfect no-stress centerpiece for January birthdays, astrology parties, or anytime you want a dependable yet dazzling treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Base
  • 1 box cake mix (any flavor) approximately 15.25 oz
  • as needed ingredients listed on cake mix box typically eggs, oil, and water
Frosting & Decoration
  • 1 can vanilla frosting or flavor of choice, about 16 oz
  • to taste sprinkles rainbow, metallic, or zodiac-themed
  • optional food coloring gel or liquid, for tinting frosting
  • optional edible glitter or Capricorn cake toppers

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it’s fully heated before baking.
  2. Prepare the cake batter by combining the cake mix with the ingredients listed on the box. Mix until smooth, being careful not to overmix.
  3. Grease a round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper to ensure easy release.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before frosting.
  6. Spread frosting evenly over the cooled cake using a spoon or offset spatula. Tint frosting with food coloring if desired.
  7. Decorate with sprinkles, edible glitter, or Capricorn-themed toppers. Slice and serve.

Notes

Flavor Options: Chocolate, vanilla, spice, lemon, or red velvet all work well.
Frosting Tip: Stir a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of sea salt into canned frosting for a homemade taste.
Layer Cake: Double the recipe and bake in two pans to create a layered Capricorn celebration cake.