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Fluffy Moist Vanilla Cake

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A quick and easy homemade vanilla cake with a soft, airy crumb and tender moisture, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, room temperature
  • For the Frosting (optional):
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons (30-45ml) whole milk or cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. Using an electric mixer, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract.
  5. Reduce mixer speed to low. Add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with 1 cup buttermilk, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix just until combined each time.
  6. Evenly divide batter between the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the cakes feel springy to the touch.
  8. Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
  9. Optional Frosting: Beat ½ cup softened butter until creamy. Gradually add 3 cups powdered sugar, then 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 2-3 tablespoons milk or cream until smooth and spreadable. Frost once the cake layers are completely cool.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and buttermilk for best results. Avoid over-mixing to keep the cake tender. Check doneness starting at 30 minutes. Cool cakes completely before frosting to prevent melting. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free baking flour. For dairy-free, use coconut yogurt and dairy-free butter substitutes.

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