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Vanilla Cake

Vanilla Cake
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Indulge in the delightful experience of baking and savoring a classic Vanilla Cake, perfect for any celebration or simple family dessert. This recipe yields a light and fluffy cake that’s rich with vanilla flavor and can be customized with various frostings or enjoyed plain. Its straightforward preparation makes it ideal for both novice bakers and seasoned pros looking to create a sweet treat that never goes out of style. With just the right balance of moisture and sweetness, this Vanilla Cake is sure to impress at birthdays, weddings, or cozy gatherings at home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 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)
  • 1 cup butter (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup shortening (Crisco)
  • 6 cups sifted powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Prepare three 6-inch cake pans by buttering and flouring them.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cake flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda; set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the milk, sour cream, and vanilla; set aside.
  4. Beat the butter and sugar together on medium speed until creamy. Gradually add in egg whites while mixing on low speed.
  5. Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk mixture to the butter-sugar mixture until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cakes cool in pans for about 15 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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