Easy Vanilla Cake Baking – Soft, Simple Homemade Vanilla Cake
A classic, simple vanilla cake with a soft, buttery crumb and fragrant vanilla flavor — perfect for any celebration or layered dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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2 ½ tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
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1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
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4 large eggs, room temperature
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1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
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1 cup whole milk, room temperature
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
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In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3–4 mins).
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Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
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Add dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with milk. Mix gently until combined.
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Divide batter into pans and smooth tops.
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Bake 28–32 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool 10 minutes in pans, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Substitute cake flour for a lighter crumb. Use almond extract for variation. Frost with buttercream or whipped cream. Can be frozen or made into cupcakes.