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Fluffy Vanilla Cake Recipe Perfect for Easy Homemade Buttercream Frosting

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A light, tender vanilla cake with a creamy, smooth buttercream frosting that is quick and easy to make, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315 grams) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups (350 grams) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • For the Buttercream Frosting:
  • 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups (480 grams) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or whole milk
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line bottoms with parchment paper. (5 minutes)
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. (3 minutes)
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes. (5 minutes)
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Add vanilla extract. (3 minutes)
  5. Reduce mixer speed to low. Add dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Fold gently after each addition. (4 minutes)
  6. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth tops. Bake 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Rotate pans halfway through baking. (25-30 minutes)
  7. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto cooling rack and remove parchment. Cool completely before frosting. (30-40 minutes)
  8. For frosting, beat softened butter on medium speed until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add vanilla extract, salt, and 2-3 tablespoons cream or milk. Beat on high for 3-4 minutes until fluffy. Adjust consistency if needed. (10 minutes)
  9. Assemble cake by placing one layer on serving plate, spreading buttercream on top, then placing second layer and frosting entire cake. Use offset spatula dipped in warm water for smooth finish. (10-15 minutes)

Notes

Bring eggs and milk to room temperature before mixing. Cream butter and sugar until pale and fluffy to trap air for a tender cake. Fold dry ingredients gently to keep batter airy. Chill frosting if kitchen is warm to prevent it from becoming too soft. Cool cake layers completely before frosting to avoid melting buttercream.

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