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Classic Vanilla Cake

A simple and delicious vanilla cake recipe that is perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • 9-inch round cake pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the softened butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can substitute buttermilk for regular milk.

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