Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this Homemade Vanilla Cake. Perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or a cozy night in, this cake features a soft and tender crumb infused with rich vanilla flavor. Whether enjoyed plain or adorned with frosting, it’s an adaptable treat that will impress your loved ones. This easy one-bowl recipe simplifies the baking process, making it perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. With its elegant presentation and delightful taste, this cake is sure to be a favorite at any occasion.
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 (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add butter and mix until coarse crumbs form.
- Gradually add buttermilk and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, then add egg whites and beat until smooth.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool in pans for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg