Vanilla Cake
Picture a slice of vanilla cake so soft it practically melts on your tongue—each forkful yielding tender, pillowy crumbs infused with the warm, sweet aroma of real vanilla beans. The cake’s buttery crumb is light yet rich, with just enough sweetness to make every bite feel like a little celebration. Whether it’s layered with silky vanilla buttercream, drizzled with a mirror-glaze icing, or simply dusted with powdered sugar, this classic dessert never fails to comfort and delight.
Beyond its irresistible flavor and texture, vanilla cake is the ultimate chameleon of the baking world. Dress it up with fresh berries and whipped cream for a summery twist, tuck in a ribbon of raspberry jam for a romantic Valentine’s treat, or add a sprinkle of edible flowers to make any gathering feel extra special. Friendly, unfussy, and endlessly versatile—vanilla cake is that timeless best friend who’s always ready to turn an ordinary moment into something delightfully sweet.
Vanilla Cake
Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy8
servings20
minutes30
minutes250
kcalIngredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1.5 cups granulated sugar
0.5 cup unsalted butter
1 cup milk
3 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon baking powder
0.5 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a round baking pan by greasing it with butter or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- Using a separate bowl, beat the butter and sugar together with an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one by one into the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually alternate adding the flour mixture and milk into the wet ingredients, starting and ending with the flour. Mix just until incorporated.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Smooth the top with a spatula to level it out, ensuring even baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
