Vanilla Cake with Buttercream Frosting
Indulge in the timeless charm of a homemade Vanilla Cake with Buttercream Frosting, a dessert that’s as elegant as it is delicious. This classic recipe combines a soft and tender vanilla-infused sponge with a rich, creamy buttercream frosting that’s whipped to perfection. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and vanilla extract, this cake is easy to prepare yet impressively sophisticated. Perfect for special occasions or a simple weeknight treat, it’s baked in under 30 minutes and generously frosted for a luscious finish. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or satisfying a sweet tooth, this crowd-pleasing vanilla cake is sure to become your new go-to dessert. Decorate it to suit any event and enjoy its melt-in-your-mouth texture with every bite!
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Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 items large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups confectioners' sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large bowl, using a hand mixer or stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 4
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
Alternately add the flour mixture and the milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Step 6
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and 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 comes out clean.
Step 8
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
To prepare the frosting, in a large bowl, beat the softened butter on medium speed until creamy, about 2 minutes.
Step 10
Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
Step 11
Add in the vanilla extract, heavy cream, and salt. Beat on high for 3 minutes until the frosting is fluffy and smooth. Adjust the consistency if needed with additional cream or sugar.
Step 12
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on your cake plate, and spread about 1/3 of the frosting over the top of the first cake layer.
Step 13
Place the second layer on top, and use the remaining frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake.
Step 14
Decorate as desired, then slice and serve. Enjoy your homemade vanilla cake with buttercream frosting!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2180.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 8549.1 |
| Total Fat 424.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 260.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 1836.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3353.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 1151.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 913.8g | |
| Protein 67.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 267.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 560.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1109.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories