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Vanilla Cake

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A timeless classic vanilla cake that is moist, tender, and bursting with real vanilla flavor, paired perfectly with smooth buttercream frosting. Ideal for any occasion from birthdays to casual gatherings.

Ingredients

3/4 cup unsalted butter

1 1/3 cups sugar

3 large eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 cup whole milk, room temperature

2 1/4 cups flour

2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

Classic Buttercream Frosting (recipe follows or use your favorite)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter and flour two 8-inch cake pans.
  2. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. In a stand mixer, beat the butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, 15 seconds apart, along with the vanilla extract. Lower the mixer speed to low.
  5. Alternately add the flour mixture and milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined.
  6. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with buttercream.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to keep the cake moist.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain tenderness.
  • Adjust baking time if using different pan sizes.
  • Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
  • Freeze unfrosted cake layers wrapped tightly for up to 3 months.
  • Use pure vanilla extract for best flavor.

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