Vanilla Cake
Indulge in the timeless delight of Vanilla Cake, a classic dessert that radiates warmth and joy at any gathering. With its airy texture and rich vanilla flavor, this cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply as a sweet treat at home. Crafted with simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe guarantees a delicious outcome that impresses every time. Whether you choose to enjoy it plain or adorned with frosting and decorations, this Vanilla Cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cake flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 4 egg whites
- 2 sticks of butter (room temperature)
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (room temperature)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease three 6-inch cake pans, lining them with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the cake flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, combine milk, sour cream, and vanilla extract; set aside.
- In a mixer, cream butter and sugar until smooth. Gradually add egg whites while mixing.
- Alternately mix in dry ingredients and wet mixture until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among prepared pans and bake for about 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow cakes to cool before removing from pans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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