Vanilla Cake

This vanilla layer cake is light and airy, made with quality ingredients that blend together to create a moist and tender crumb. It has a subtly sweet taste that pairs perfectly with various frostings, from buttercream to cream cheese, and even whipped cream.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 1/2 tsp baking powder

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 2 cups granulated sugar

• 4 large eggs

• 1 tbsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup whole milk

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.

5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour mixture, mixing until just combined.

6. Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. Cool: Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

8. Frost: Once cooled, frost the cake with your choice of frosting and enjoy!

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 20 minutes

• Cook Time: 30 minutes

• Total Time: 50 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 12 slices

• Calories: 350kcal

• Fat: 15g

• Protein: 4g

• Carbohydrates: 50g