The Only Vanilla Cake Recipe
Classic vanilla cake is a moist, fluffy dessert with a rich vanilla flavor, perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or a sweet treat anytime.
Ingredients
- **For the Cake:** - 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour - 2 ½ tsp baking powder - ½ tsp salt - 1 cup unsalted butter softened - 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar - 4 large eggs - 1 cup whole milk - 2 ½ tsp vanilla extract
- **For the Vanilla Buttercream:** - 1 cup unsalted butter softened - 4 cups powdered sugar - 2 tsp vanilla extract - 3-4 tbsp milk
Instructions
- **Cake:** 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. 3. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. 5. Mix in vanilla extract. 6. Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients. 7. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans. 8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. 9. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- **Buttercream:** 1. Beat butter until creamy. 2. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well after each addition. 3. Mix in vanilla extract. 4. Add milk one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. 5. Frost the cooled cakes and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter texture, sift the flour before measuring.
- Store the cake in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Add sprinkles for a fun, festive look.
- Substitute almond extract for a subtle flavor twist.
- Store the cake in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Add sprinkles for a fun, festive look.
- Substitute almond extract for a subtle flavor twist.