If you’re looking for the perfect cake recipe to make for any occasion, look no further than this Simple White Cake. This classic cake recipe is easy to make, moist, and delicious – it’s the perfect go-to for any get-together. Topped with a creamy vanilla frosting, this cake will be a crowd pleaser.
Here’s what you’ll need to make this Simple White Cake:
– 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– ¼ teaspoon baking soda
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– ¾ cup butter, room temperature
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs, room temperature
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup buttermilk
Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing and flouring it.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each one. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Make sure to mix until each ingredient is just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cake is cooled, top with your favorite vanilla frosting and enjoy!
