Absolutely, here’s a simple and delightful recipe for a homemade white cake:
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups cake flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla:
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Alternate Mixing Dry and Wet Ingredients:
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined after each addition. Be careful not to overmix.
- Bake:
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Cool and Frost:
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
This white cake recipe serves as a great base for various frostings or fillings, from classic buttercream to fruit-based fillings. It’s a versatile cake that’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just a delicious dessert. Enjoy your homemade white cake!
