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Vanilla Cake

Vanilla Cake
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Indulge in the delightful experience of baking our Vanilla Cake, a timeless classic that brings joy to any gathering. This fluffy vanilla sponge cake is perfect for birthdays, tea parties, or simply as a sweet treat after meals. With its rich buttery flavor and soft texture, this homemade vanilla layer cake is easy to prepare with straightforward steps. You’ll be amazed at how quickly you can whip up this elegant dessert, which is also highly customizable—feel free to add your favorite frosting or fruit toppings!

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 of 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

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare three 6-inch cake pans with butter and parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the cake flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda; set aside.
  3. Mix milk, sour cream, and vanilla in a separate bowl; set aside.
  4. Cream butter and sugar until smooth. Gradually add whisked egg whites until fully incorporated.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk mixture into the batter until just combined.
  6. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes on a wire rack before frosting.

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