Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 3 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– ½ teaspoon salt
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer (hand or stand)
– Measuring cups and spoons
– 9-inch round cake pans (2)
– Spatula
– Saucepan for caramel
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your round cake pans with butter and a sprinkle of flour. This is a crucial step; I’ve made the mistake of skipping it before, and it was a disaster trying to get my cakes out in one piece! In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy—this should take about 3 to 4 minutes. I love watching the color change as the air gets incorporated; it just feels like you’re mixing up a little bit of magic! (See the next page below to continue steps…)