Description
Indulge in the classic delight of a homemade vanilla cake that brings warmth and joy to every gathering. This recipe yields a light, fluffy cake with a golden crust that melts in your mouth, making it perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or cozy afternoons at home. Topped with creamy frosting or enjoyed plain, this vanilla cake is a versatile treat that promises to create sweet memories.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture while alternating with milk until just mixed.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting or enjoying plain.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg