A vanilla layer cake is a type of cake made with vanilla flavored batter and typically filled and frosted with vanilla buttercream or cream cheese frosting. It often has multiple layers and can be decorated with various toppings such as sprinkles or fresh fruit.
Vanilla Layer Cake step by step
You do not need to be a pro in the kitchen to make this delisious cake, You can make it with as many layers as you want and decorate it with fresh berries. We hope you will enjoy this recipe.
Ingredients:
- 2 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 and 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/4 cups whole milk
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Tap the pans on the counter to release any air bubbles.
- Bake the cakes for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cakes are cool, you can assemble them by spreading a layer of frosting or filling between each cake layer. Use the remaining frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake.
You can use your favorite frosting or filling to make this recipe.
