Moist Vanilla Cake
This Moist Vanilla Cake Recipe is incredibly simple - perfect for beginners or those looking to impress without all the fuss. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser that’s moist and delicious!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup whole milk, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Baking Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Mixing Ingredients
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- With the mixer on low speed, add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, and mix until just combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Baking
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cakes are cool, frost with your favorite vanilla buttercream or any frosting you love. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Don't rush the cooling process; it can make or break the cake’s texture! Serve with chocolate ganache or fresh berries for added flair.