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vanilla cake recipe

Vanilla Cake

This vanilla cake is light, fluffy, and rich in flavor, perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cake
Cuisine: Dessert
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and mix well.
  5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk to the creamed butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
  8. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 280mgPotassium: 110mgSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This vanilla cake can be frosted with buttercream or any frosting of your choice. It’s perfect for birthdays, weddings, or just because you want something sweet!
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