Classic Vanilla Celebration Cake

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1 tablespoon baking powder, none
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, none
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups sugar, none
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, none
• 1 cup milk, none
• to cover frosting, creamy vanilla

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch cake pans.
2. 2.In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. 3.In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. 4.Add eggs and vanilla to butter mixture and beat until smooth.
5. 5.Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, alternating with milk, and mix until smooth.
6. 6.Divide batter evenly between prepared pans.
7. 7.Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. 8.Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
9. 9.Once cool, spread frosting between layers and over the top and sides of the cake.
10. 10.Decorate as desired and serve.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor an extra moist cake, add a tablespoon of mayonnaise to the batter.
• chevron_rightIf you’re feeling adventurous, mix in a handful of chocolate chips or sprinkles into the batter before baking.