Vanilla Cake
Indulge in the timeless delight of Vanilla Cake, a versatile dessert that graces every celebration with elegance and flavor. Its light and moist texture, complemented by a rich vanilla essence, makes it an ideal choice for birthdays, weddings, or quiet evenings at home. This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to customize your cake with various frostings or fresh fruits, ensuring that it satisfies your sweet cravings while impressing your guests. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned baker, this Vanilla Cake is sure to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cake flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 4 egg whites
- 2 sticks (226 g) butter
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Prepare three 6-inch cake pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cake flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda; set aside.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, sour cream, and vanilla; set aside.
- Using a mixer, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add egg whites while mixing on low speed.
- Alternately add dry ingredients and milk mixture to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for about 20 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (73g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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