Classic Vanilla Cake
Indulge in the timeless charm of a Classic Vanilla Cake. This recipe delivers a perfectly moist and tender crumb, infused with rich vanilla flavor, making it an ideal dessert for any occasion, from birthday parties to a simple afternoon tea.
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk (whole milk recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan, or line with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once completely cooled, frost as desired with your favorite vanilla buttercream or chocolate frosting.
Notes
For an extra rich flavor, use good quality vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste. You can also make this into cupcakes by reducing the baking time to 18-22 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes