Simple White Cake
Delight in the timeless charm of this Simple White Cake—an effortlessly elegant dessert perfect for any occasion. Fluffy, tender, and subtly sweet, this classic cake showcases a delicate crumb that melts in your mouth. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and egg whites, and elevated with pure vanilla extract, it strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and sophistication. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and straightforward instructions, this recipe is ideal for both novice and experienced bakers. Whether you enjoy it plain, layered with luscious buttercream, or adorned with fresh fruit, this versatile white cake is sure to impress. It's the ultimate go-to recipe for celebrations, birthdays, or just because!
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Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 2.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large Egg whites
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper for easy release.
Step 2
In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt to ensure an even and lump-free mixture.
Step 3
Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the softened butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 4
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the egg whites, milk, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Step 5
Gradually add the wet mixture into the dry mixture, beating on medium speed until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Evenly divide the batter between the two prepared cake pans, smoothing out the tops with a spatula to ensure even baking.
Step 7
Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Step 8
Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in their pans for 10 minutes. Then, gently turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.
Step 9
Optional: Frost with your favorite frosting or a simple buttercream, and decorate as desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1167.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3507.0 |
| Total Fat 104.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 64.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 280.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2639.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 600.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 363.6g | |
| Protein 54.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 107.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 380.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 946.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories