Vanilla Celebration Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This is my go to cake when I want something special but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. It's wonderfully simple to make, coming together in just 45 minutes from start to finish, and the ingredients are probably already sitting in your pantry. The butter provides rich flavor and contains fat soluble vitamins that help your body absorb nutrients, making this indulgence a bit more nourishing than you'd think. Whether you're celebrating a birthday or just craving homemade cake, this vanilla version never disappoints. It's tender, moist, and absolutely delicious.
Ella x
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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