Ingredients
– 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 2 ½ tsp baking powder
– ½ tsp baking soda
– ½ tsp salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs, room temperature
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
– Zest of 2 lemons
– ½ cup fresh lemon juice
Equipment Needed
– Two 9-inch round cake pans
– Parchment paper
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– Cooling rack
– Offset spatula or knife for frosting
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your cake pans and then line the bottoms with parchment paper to ensure easy removal later. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, using my trusty electric mixer, cream the softened butter and sugar together until it’s light and fluffy—this usually takes about 3-5 minutes. I love how the mixture transforms into a pale, airy concoction! (See the next page below to continue steps…)