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Basic Vanilla Cake Recipe

by Annmarie

This made from scratch Basic Vanilla Cake Recipe is one that must be added to your repertoire. It’s light, tender, and full of vanilla flavor. The buttery, moist texture makes it a great cake for all occasions.

Also try other cake recipe : Italian Lemon Pound Cake

Basic Vanilla Cake Recipe

Yield: 12 SERVINGS

Basic Vanilla Cake Recipe

Basic Vanilla Cake Recipe

This made from scratch Basic Vanilla Cake Recipe is one that must be added to your repertoire. It’s light, tender, and full of vanilla flavor. The buttery, moist texture makes it a great cake for all occasions.

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

FOR THE CAKE:

  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups (300 g) granulated sugar
  • 4 eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 3/4 cups (360 g) cake flour
  • 2 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk, room temperature

FOR THE FROSTING:

  • 1 1/2 cups (340 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 5 1/2 cups (660 g) confectioners’ sugar, sifted
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons heavy cream, room temperature

Instructions

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