Vanilla Celebration Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Moist vanilla cake perfect for special occasions, topped with a creamy buttercream frosting.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 250 ggranulated sugar
- 150 gunsalted butter, softened
- 3large eggs
- 2 mLpure vanilla extract
- 5 gbaking powder
- 2 gsalt
- 120 mLwhole milk, at room temperature
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare a 20cm round cake pan by greasing it with butter and dusting it with flour.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Whisk well to avoid lumps.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter until it is light and fluffy.
Tip: This will help to incorporate air and make the cake lighter.
- 4
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to get all the ingredients.
- 5
Beat in the vanilla extract.
Tip: Use a high-quality extract for the best flavor.
- 6
With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- 7
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pan and a 20cm round cake pan lined with parchment paper.
Tip: This will help to prevent the cakes from sticking together.
- 8
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.
Tip: Don't overbake, as this can cause the cake to dry out.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: This will help the cake to set and become easier to frost.
- 10
Once the cakes are completely cool, use a serrated knife to level them, if necessary.
Tip: This will ensure that the cake is even and will make it easier to frost.
- 11
To make the buttercream frosting, beat the softened butter until it is light and fluffy.
Tip: Beat in the vanilla extract for an extra boost of flavor.
- 12
Use the buttercream frosting to frost the cooled cake, spreading it evenly to cover the top and sides.
Tip: You can also decorate the cake with additional toppings, such as sprinkles or fresh fruit, if desired.
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