Gluten-Free Classic Vanilla Layer Cake
Light, fluffy, and irresistibly tender, this Gluten-Free Classic Vanilla Layer Cake is the perfect centerpiece for any celebration! Made with a blend of gluten-free all-purpose flour, rich buttermilk, and a touch of pure vanilla extract, this cake delivers the nostalgic flavors of a classic vanilla dessert without compromising on texture or taste. The layers bake up beautifully golden and moist, making them an ideal canvas for a generous coating of luscious buttercream frosting. With only 30 minutes of prep time, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees picture-perfect results every time. Whether you're celebrating a birthday or simply indulging your sweet tooth, this gluten-free vanilla cake will impress everyone at the table—no one will believe it's gluten-free!
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Ingredients
- 2.5 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 0 Gluten-free flour for dusting
- 3 cups Buttercream frosting
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans with butter and dust with gluten-free flour.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 4
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, and then mix in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternately add the flour mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined.
Step 6
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Step 8
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Once the cakes are completely cool, level the tops if needed. Spread about 1 cup of buttercream frosting on top of one cake layer.
Step 10
Place the second layer on top and spread the remaining buttercream frosting over the top and sides of the cake.
Step 11
Serve the cake at room temperature and store any leftovers in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2124.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 8056.9 |
| Total Fat 373.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 227.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 1678.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3376.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 1136.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 851.0g | |
| Protein 43.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 286.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 525.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 754.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories