Butter Vanilla Cake
Indulge in the classic charm of a decadent Butter Vanilla Cake, a timeless dessert bursting with rich, buttery flavor and the warm, comforting essence of pure vanilla. This easy-to-make recipe features a tender crumb, achieved by creaming unsalted butter and sugar to perfection, and the perfect balance of fluffy all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a hint of salt. Alternating additions of whole milk ensure a moist and melt-in-your-mouth texture, while the effortless prep time of just 20 minutes makes it ideal for any occasion. Whether finished with a dusting of powdered sugar or your favorite frosting, this versatile cake is as beautiful as it is delicious—perfect for celebrations, tea-time treats, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Treat your family to the ultimate homemade sweet with this buttery, vanilla-infused delight!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup whole milk
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13-inch cake pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
Step 3
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the pure vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6
Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 8
Remove the cake(s) from the oven and allow to cool in the pan(s) for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Frost or dust with powdered sugar as desired before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1176.9 grams (1176.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3514 |
| Total Fat 126.80g | 163% |
| Saturated Fat 67.00g | 335% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g | |
| Cholesterol 1021mg | 340% |
| Sodium 2473mg | 108% |
| Total Carbohydrate 549.50g | 200% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.20g | 29% |
| Total Sugars 312.50g | |
| Protein 63.80g | 128% |
| Vitamin D 267IU | 1337% |
| Calcium 477mg | 37% |
| Iron 18mg | 99% |
| Potassium 992mg | 21% |
Source of Calories