Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Vanilla Cake, a timeless dessert perfect for any celebration or a sweet afternoon treat. This recipe boasts moist layers infused with rich vanilla flavor, making it an absolute crowd-pleaser. Whether you enjoy it plain or dressed up with your favorite frosting, this cake is versatile enough to suit any occasion. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, even novice bakers will find joy in creating this airy masterpiece. Get ready to impress family and friends with a beautifully layered Vanilla Cake that is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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2 cups cake flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
4 egg whites
2 sticks butter (room temperature)
1 1/4 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup milk (room temperature)
1/2 cup sour cream (room temperature)
1 cup butter (room temperature)
1/2 cup shortening (Crisco)
6 cups sifted powdered sugar
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon vanilla

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Prepare three 6-inch cake pans by greasing and lining with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together the cake flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda; set aside.
Combine milk, sour cream, and vanilla extract in another bowl; set aside.
Using a mixer, cream butter and sugar until smooth. Gradually add egg whites while mixing on low speed.
Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk mixture until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cakes to cool before frosting or serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Sugar: 40g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating citrus zest into the batter or using high-quality vanilla extract. To create a chocolate version, you can substitute cocoa powder for some of the flour.