Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a classic Vanilla Layer Cake, perfect for any celebration! This cake features three luxurious layers, each boasting a moist and tender texture thanks to the essential combination of real vanilla extract and buttermilk. Topped with rich buttercream frosting, this elegant dessert is versatile enough for birthdays, weddings, or casual gatherings. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this one-bowl recipe simplifies the process while delivering impressive results. Customize it with your favorite decorations or gel food coloring to make it uniquely yours. Everyone will love this delicious treat that melts in your mouth with every bite!
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp fine salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temp
- 1 cup egg whites
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk, room temp
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: gel food coloring
- 2 cups unsalted butter, room temp (for frosting)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract or paste (for frosting)
- 1/2 tsp fine salt (for frosting)
- 7 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare three 8-inch round cake pans.
- Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a stand mixer bowl.
- Add butter and mix until sandy crumbs form.
- Gradually incorporate egg whites and buttermilk until combined.
- Blend in oil and vanilla for a smooth batter.
- Divide the batter among prepared pans and bake for 33-35 minutes.
- Cool layers before frosting with prepared buttercream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Level off cake tops before stacking for even layers. Experiment with flavors by adding lemon or almond extract.