Vanilla Cake Recipe
A light, fluffy, and moist cake with a rich vanilla flavor, perfect for any occasion. This classic vanilla cake is versatile, easy to make, and can be customized with a variety of flavors and decorations. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or just want a sweet treat, this cake is sure to impress.
Equipment :
- 2 8-inch round cake pans (or any shape of your choice)
- Electric mixer or hand whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing bowls
- Spatula
- Cooling rack
- Parchment paper (optional, for lining pans)
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
- 2 ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- For the buttercream frosting:
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-4 tbsp heavy cream or milk
- Pinch of salt
Instructions :
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line the cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Beat the butter and sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients in 3 batches, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- While the cakes cool, prepare the buttercream frosting by beating the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Add heavy cream as needed to reach a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Once the cakes are fully cooled, frost the cake with buttercream and decorate as desired.