Description
This Moist Vanilla Cake is a classic and beloved dessert known for its rich vanilla flavor and soft, tender crumb. Perfect for celebrations or as a comforting treat, it pairs wonderfully with a variety of frostings.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then turn out onto the rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to achieve the best texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg