This easy vanilla cake recipe can be made ahead! Wrap baked and cooled cake layers tightly in plastic wrap and store them in the refrigerator. Assemble and frost the cake within 2 days.

Basic Vanilla Cake

This made from scratch Basic Vanilla Cake Recipe is one that must be added to your repertoire. It’s light, tender, and full of vanilla flavor. The buttery, moist texture makes it a great cake for all occasions.

Ingredients

US Cups - Metric

1 cup unsalted butter softened

1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar

4 eggs

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

2 and 3/4 cups cake flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup whole milk buttermilk can also be used

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and lightly flour 2 9-inch round cake pans; set aside. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Stir with a whisk and add it to the butter mixture alternately with the milk, beating well after each addition. 

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Basic Vanilla Cake