Aunt Bert's White Cake

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup butter
• 2 cups white sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9 inch round pans.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk; beat until smooth.
5. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven. Cake is done when it springs back to the touch.
6. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• White cake is a classic cake recipe that has been around since the 1800s.
• White cake pairs well with a variety of frostings and toppings.
• It is the perfect cake for special occasions and holidays.