Description
A classic vanilla butter cake with a soft, moist crumb and rich buttery flavor, perfect for any occasion or simple homemade dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Do not overmix to keep the cake light and tender.
- Add citrus zest for a fresh flavor variation.
- Substitute part of the flour with cocoa powder for a chocolate version.
- Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Freeze for up to 2 months, wrapped היט.
- Warm slices briefly before serving for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
