Here's a simple vanilla cake recipe:
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup milk
3 ½ tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp salt
3 large eggs
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Incorporate Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
7. Pour and Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool: Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Frosting: Once cooled, frost with your favorite frosting.
Enjoy your homemade cake!