Description
Indulge in the delightful world of homemade baking with our irresistible Homemade Vanilla Cake. This cake features a soft, tender crumb and a rich vanilla flavor that makes it perfect for any celebration—be it birthdays, weddings, or casual get-togethers. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity; using just a handful of everyday ingredients, you can create an elegant dessert that’s sure to impress both friends and family. Pair it with your favorite frosting or enjoy it plain with fresh berries for a refreshing twist. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this versatile cake is easy to master and customize, ensuring every bite is a moment of pure bliss.
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 your oven to 350°F and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by lining them with parchment paper and spraying the parchment with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a stand mixer, combine the cake flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Add room-temperature butter and beat on medium speed for one minute until coarse.
- Gradually add buttermilk and vanilla extract on low speed until well mixed, then increase speed to medium for another thirty seconds.
- Add eggs one at a time on low speed, mixing well after each addition; then add the egg whites and beat on medium-high until smooth.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown edges form.
- Cool in pans for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg