Description

Indulge in the classic goodness of a homemade Vanilla Cake that’s moist, tender, and rich in vanilla flavor. This easy-to-follow recipe will have you baking up a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

2½ cups all-purpose flour
2½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients:

¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
1¾ cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs (room temperature)
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk (room temperature)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add eggs and vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Combine dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and frost: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.

Notes

For a richer flavor, substitute half of the milk with buttermilk.
You can also bake this in a 9×13-inch pan for a sheet cake version, adjusting the baking time as needed.