Heavenly White Cake

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Heavenly White Cake
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
120 mins
Total Time:
140mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 14, 2024

Indulge in the heavenly taste of this light and fluffy homemade white cake. Perfect for any celebration or special occasion, this recipe will leave everyone asking for seconds. With its tender crumb and delicate flavor, this cake is sure to impress. Follow these simple steps to create a slice of cake perfection!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry mixture.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Interesting Facts

  • The use of whole milk in this recipe adds richness and moisture to the cake.
  • Creaming the butter and sugar together creates a light and fluffy texture.
  • Alternating between dry ingredients and milk helps to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a tender crumb.
  • This white cake can be frosted with your choice of frosting, such as buttercream or cream cheese frosting.