Description
Indulge in the bliss of a Homemade Vanilla Cake, a timeless dessert that radiates warmth and joy. Perfect for any celebration or simply as a sweet treat, this cake boasts a soft, fluffy texture and an irresistible vanilla flavor. With just one bowl needed and basic ingredients at hand, bakers of all levels can create this delightful classic. Whether you enjoy it plain or dressed with your favorite frosting, this versatile cake is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- 3 ¾ cups cake flour (or 3 cups all-purpose flour)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until mixed.
- Add butter and beat until crumbly. Gradually mix in buttermilk and vanilla until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg