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Birthday Cake Cream Pie Recipe

Learn how to make this showstopping homemade Birthday Cake Cream Pie with the best no-bake cream filling that tastes exactly like birthday cake batter! This easy baking recipe combines a buttery graham cracker crust with moist vanilla cake and colorful sprinkles for the ultimate celebration dessert.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Prep Time:
45 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Serves:
1 pie (8 slices)
An overhead shot of the Birthday Cake Cream Pie showcasing its festive appearance with vibrant rainbow sprinkles dotting the creamy surface. A slice has been removed, revealing distinct layers of golden cake and pastel-colored cream filling against the honey-brown crust. Natural light streams across the dessert, highlighting the smooth texture of the cream and the soft, moist crumb of the cake layer. The pie rests on a white ceramic cake stand adorned with a thin gold rim, while scattered rainbow sprinkles and a small cake server with a wooden handle create an inviting, celebratory composition.

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the Graham Cracker Crust:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">200g graham crackers (or digestive biscuits)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">80g unsalted butter, melted</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">50g granulated sugar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1/4 tsp salt</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the Vanilla Cake Layer:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">115g unsalted butter, softened</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">150g granulated sugar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 large eggs, room temperature</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp vanilla extract</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">150g all-purpose flour</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 1/2 tsp baking powder</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1/4 tsp salt</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">80ml whole milk</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">30g rainbow sprinkles, plus extra for decoration</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the Birthday Cake Cream Filling:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">250g mascarpone cheese, room temperature</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">200ml heavy cream, cold</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">100g white chocolate, melted and cooled</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">60g powdered sugar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp vanilla extract</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1/4 tsp almond extract</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">25g rainbow sprinkles, plus extra for topping</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 tbsp cake mix powder (optional, for enhanced birthday cake flavor)</li></ul>

Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">23cm (9-inch) springform pan</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Stand mixer or electric hand mixer</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Parchment paper</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Offset spatula</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Cooling rack</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Lightly grease the bottom and sides of your springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal later.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>For the graham cracker crust, place the graham crackers in a food processor and pulse until finely ground. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt. Mix until the mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed. The butter acts as the binding agent that will solidify when chilled.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and about 2.5cm up the sides of your prepared springform pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to compact the crust – this compression prevents a crumbly crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden and set. Cool completely on a wire rack.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>For the vanilla cake layer, cream the softened butter and sugar in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment for about 4-5 minutes until pale and fluffy. This extended creaming incorporates air pockets that help create a lighter, tender cake texture.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Beat in the vanilla extract until combined. The gradual addition of eggs helps create an emulsion that prevents the batter from separating.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined after each addition – overmixing activates gluten and creates a tougher cake.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles by hand using a spatula – this preserves their color and prevents bleeding. Pour the batter into a 23cm (9-inch) cake pan lined with parchment paper and smoothen the top with an offset spatula.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4>Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then turn out onto a cooling rack and cool completely. Once cool, trim the cake to fit the diameter of your springform pan.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 9</h4>For the birthday cake cream filling, in a large bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form – the cold temperature helps stabilize the whipped cream structure.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 10</h4>Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and cake mix powder (if using) to the mascarpone. The almond extract enhances the birthday cake flavor, mimicking the distinct taste of traditional birthday cake.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 11</h4>Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated. Be gentle to maintain the air you've incorporated. Fold in the melted and cooled white chocolate – this adds richness and helps stabilize the cream filling. Finally, fold in the rainbow sprinkles.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 12</h4>To assemble, place the trimmed cake layer into the cooled graham cracker crust. Pour the birthday cake cream filling over the cake layer and smooth with an offset spatula. The filling should come just below the edge of the crust.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 13</h4>Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight – this resting time allows the flavors to meld and the filling to set properly.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 14</h4>Before serving, carefully remove the springform ring. Decorate the top with additional rainbow sprinkles. For the cleanest slices, dip your knife in hot water and wipe dry between cuts. Your Birthday Cake Cream Pie is ready to bring joy to any celebration!</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Birthday Cake Cream Pie?

This festive dessert combines graham crackers, butter, sugar, flour, eggs, vanilla, and baking powder for the base layers. The signature birthday cake flavour comes from mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, white chocolate, vanilla and almond extracts, plus rainbow sprinkles throughout.

How to cook Birthday Cake Cream Pie at home?

Learn how to cook Birthday Cake Cream Pie by following our step-by-step recipe that combines three delicious elements: a buttery graham cracker crust, a moist vanilla cake layer, and a no-bake birthday cake-flavoured cream filling. The process involves baking the crust and cake separately, then assembling with the cream filling for a showstopping celebration dessert.

Can I make this celebration pie ahead of time?

Yes! This dessert actually benefits from being made ahead. For best results, prepare it 1-2 days before serving and store in the refrigerator. The overnight chilling allows the cream filling to set properly and the flavours to meld together, resulting in better texture and taste.

What creates the authentic birthday cake flavour in the cream filling?

The distinctive birthday cake flavour comes from a combination of vanilla extract, almond extract, white chocolate, and optional cake mix powder. The almond extract is especially important as it mimics the classic birthday cake taste, while mascarpone cheese provides richness and the sprinkles add that nostalgic element.

How do I prevent the sprinkles from bleeding colour into my dessert?

To prevent colour bleeding, use jimmies (rod-shaped sprinkles) rather than nonpareils (tiny round ones). Fold them in gently and quickly rather than vigorously mixing. For the cake batter, add sprinkles last just before baking, and for the cream filling, add them just before assembling.

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