23 Best 50th Birthday Cake Ideas For Men And Women

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Celebrate your half-century or the birthday of someone you love with one of these beautiful and delicious 50th birthday cake recipes. Turning 50 never tasted so good!

Hitting the 50th birthday mark is a milestone that deserves celebration, and every celebration deserves a good cake, right? 

From chocolate cake to buttercream cake to Funfetti birthday cake, there is something that will get you inspired. 

Best 50th Birthday Cake Ideas for a Fun Party

Chocolate Layer Cake

Chocolate Layer Cake
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A chocolate layer cake is a classic recipe that will make any birthday celebration a smash hit.

Made from scratch, this decadent, rich, and sweet chocolate layer cake is sure to please.

Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Give your birthday party a Hawaiian twist with canned pineapple slices and a Duncan Hines cake mix.

We promise, no one will notice this isn’t from scratch.

Black Forest Cake

Made with sweet cherries, whipped cream, cherry liqueur, and a rich chocolatey flavor, this cake is a classic birthday dessert everyone will love.

Vanilla Buttercream Cake

Vanilla Buttercream Cake

This simple vanilla buttercream cake is made with strawberries and blueberries. And every last bite is delicious.

With a rich and delicious frosting, this light cake is always a hit.

Funfetti Bundt Cake Birthday Cake 

Funfetti Bundt Cake Birthday Cake

This funfetti bundt cake just screams birthday! If you are planning for a fun 50th birthday, this cake recipe is always guaranteed success.

Tres Leches Cake 

Tres Leches Cake 

Light and delicious, this authentic Tres Leches cake is a Mexican dessert that always impresses. This will make the birthday extra special!

Quick Funfetti Birthday Cheesecake Recipe 

The only thing better than a funfetti cake is a funfetti cheesecake!

Topped with whipped cream and frosting, this cake is perfect for a birthday.

Hummingbird Cake

Hummingbird Cake

As beautiful as it is delicious, this hummingbird cake is made with bananas, pecans, spices, and decadent cream cheese frosting.

Strawberry Cake

Strawberry Cake

Sweet and delicious, a strawberry cake is perfect for any occasion, including your special half-century celebration.

Beautiful and sweet, this strawberry cake with cream cheese frosting is a moist and tasty treat.

Whiskey Cake

Whiskey Cake

Made with dates, bourbon sauce, toffee sauce, spiced pecans, and fluffy whipped cream, this simple cake is a 50th-birthday classic your guests will love.

Angel Food Cake

Angel Food Cake

Light, fluffy, and simple, this tasty angel food cake requires only six ingredients.

It’s a classic cake that has a delicate texture and a slightly sweet taste.

World’s Best Fruit Cake

Whiskey Cake

You’ve had fruit cake before but if you haven’t had this fruit cake, you’re missing out!

Made with dried fruits and a moist texture, this cake is a great dessert for any occasion.

Best Chocolate Cake

Best Chocolate Cake

Toss your chocolate recipes because this is the only true chocolate cake recipe you’ll ever need.

Chocolate-lover-approved, this moist and savory treat is a perfect birthday cake.

Perfect Moist 7-Up Cake 

Perfect Moist 7-Up Cake 

Yes, this cake is made with 7-Up and that’s the secret behind it’s extra moist and tender texture.

With a dash of lemon, this pound cake is a versatile dessert you can serve for nearly any occasion.

Ice Cream Cake

Ice Cream Cake

You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream! This homemade ice cream cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

For grownups or kids, this cake is a birthday treat everyone loves.

Lemon Cake

This lemony cake is tangy, fluffy, and light. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is melt-in-your-mouth delicious.

Rainbow Cake

Rainbow Cake

This six-layer cake looks impressive but, we promise, it’s easier to make than you think!

Perfect for any birthday celebration, this cake is always a party favorite.

Mango Charlotte Cake

Mango Charlotte Cake

This cake is so pretty, you may even feel bad cutting it! But it’s too delicious to resist. Creamy and savory, this impressive cake is sure to be a hit.

The Best Red Velvet Cake

The Best Red Velvet Cake

If you love red velvet cake, this is the best recipe you will find for your fave dessert. Made with a smooth and creamy frosting, this cake is irresistible.

Strawberry Icebox Cake

Strawberry Icebox Cake

Perfect for an outdoor summer bash, this refreshing and delicious no-bake cake is a birthday party classic everyone will devour.

Strawberry White Chocolate Cheesecake

Strawberry White Chocolate Cheesecake

Creamy and savory, this white chocolate cheesecake is a cheesecake lover’s dream! Smooth and decadent, this cake is a guaranteed hit.

Philadelphia No Bake Cheesecake

Philadelphia No Bake Cheesecake

This no-bake cheesecake is a cinch to make and so delicious. Even if you have never baked before, this recipe is foolproof.

Zebra Cake

Zebra Cake

This impressive cake will be the talk of the party. Bonus: it’s delicious and simple to make. It doesn’t get any better than that!

FAQ about Birthday Cakes

What Do You Use To Keep The Cake Moist?

Cake flour can ensure a moist result. Using ingredients like sour cream, buttermilk, or applesauce can also ensure a perfectly moist cake.

What Fruit Goes Well With Chocolate Cake?

Sweet fruits like strawberries, bananas, or mango pair nicely with bitter chocolate.

You can experiment with less sweet fruits when using a sweeter chocolate base to balance the cake flavors.

What Type Of Frosting Is Best For Cakes?

Made with powdered sugar and egg whites, royal icing is best for decorating cakes. 

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Chocolate cake never disappoints. It’s a welcome addition to birthdays, holiday meals, and family celebrations. This chocolate cake is made without buttermilk and bakes up perfectly moist and tender.

24 Best 50th Birthday Cake Ideas (Chocolate Cake Recipe and More)

By: Izzy
Toss your chocolate recipes because this is the only true chocolate cake recipe you’ll ever need. Chocolate-lover-approved, this moist and savory treat is a perfect birthday cake.
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Servings: 24

Ingredients 

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Prepare two 9-inch cake pans by coating with baking spray or buttering and lightly flouring.
  • Add the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, salt and espresso powder to a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer. Whisk through to combine or, using the paddle attachment of the mixer, stir through the flour mixture until well combined.
  • Add the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla to the flour mixture and mix together on medium speed until well combined. Reduce the speed and carefully add the boiling water until the batter is thoroughly mixed.
  • Distribute the cake batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool for about 10 minutes, remove from the pan and cool completely. Frost as desired.

Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.

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