Description
Classic Vanilla Cake is a delightful treat that evokes nostalgia with its rich buttery aroma and fluffy texture. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any celebration or simply to enjoy at home. Its sweet vanilla flavor pairs beautifully with various frostings, making it a versatile dessert that creates lasting memories with every slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients alternately with milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients.
- Fold in the vanilla extract.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (87g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping vanilla extract with almond extract or citrus zest. You can enhance moisture by adding sour cream or yogurt to the batter.