Description

Indulge in the joy of baking with this Homemade Vanilla Cake, a timeless classic that brings comfort and delight to any occasion. With its soft, tender crumb and rich vanilla flavor, this cake is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply enjoying with a cup of coffee. It requires minimal effort thanks to its one-bowl preparation method, making it accessible for both novice and experienced bakers. Whether served plain or adorned with your favorite frosting, this cake is sure to impress.

Ingredients

Scale

3 ¾ cups cake flour (or 3 cups all-purpose flour)
2 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 ½ cups buttermilk, at room temperature
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
3 large eggs, at room temperature
2 large egg whites, at room temperature

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper and spray the parchment.
In a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; mix briefly.
Add softened butter and beat on medium until coarse.
Gradually add buttermilk and vanilla; mix until combined. Scrape sides as needed.
Add eggs one at a time; beat on medium-high until smooth.
Divide batter between pans and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cakes to cool in pans for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 260mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating almond extract or citrus zest. Experiment with various frostings like cream cheese or chocolate ganache.