Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup milk, room temperature
– 3 ½ tsp baking powder
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– ½ tsp salt
– 4 large eggs, room temperature
Equipment Needed
– 2 9-inch round cake pans
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Rubber spatula
– Cooling rack
– Parchment paper (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans, ensuring you also line the bottoms with parchment paper. This will ensure your cakes come out perfectly without sticking. In a large mixing bowl, I like to cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This step is crucial as it incorporates air into the batter, ensuring a fluffy texture. Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, it’s time for that delightful vanilla extract! It’s the secret ingredient that makes the cake smell divine as it bakes. (See the next page below to continue steps…)