Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter (room temperature)
- 2 cups white sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9 inch round pans.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Add flour mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Pour batter into prepared pans.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
Interesting Facts
- This cake is a classic recipe that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
- The buttermilk in the cake helps to keep it moist and make it melt in your mouth.
- This recipe is a great way to use up any leftover buttermilk you may have.