If you’re looking for an easy-to-follow, classic cake recipe, you’ve come to the right place. Making a simple white cake is one of the most popular and versatile recipes out there. It’s a great starting point for novice bakers, and it’s perfect for those who want to make a timeless classic. Here’s everything you need to know to make a tasty vanilla cake.
Ingredients
– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
– 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs, at room temperature
– 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
– 1 1/2 cups buttermilk, at room temperature
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease two 8-inch round cake pans with butter and line with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter on medium speed until light and creamy. Add the sugar and mix until combined.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
5. With the mixer on low speed, add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the buttermilk in two parts, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cakes are cooled, you can decorate them with frosting, glaze, or fruit. Enjoy!
