Description

This Vanilla Cake is known for its moistness and irresistible flavor. Simple to prepare with key ingredients like fresh eggs and real vanilla, it’s perfect for birthdays or just because!

Ingredients

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2 cups plain / all purpose flour (cake flour ok too, note 1)
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder (check it's still active, note 2)
1/4 tsp cooking salt (kosher salt)
4 large eggs (50 – 55g / 2 oz each), at room temp (note 3)
1 1/2 cups caster / superfine sugar (granulated/regular ok too, note 2)
115g / 1/2 cup unsalted butter , cut into 1.5cm / 1/2” cubes (or so)
1 cup milk , full fat (note 5)
3 tsp vanilla extract , the best you can afford (note 6)
3 tsp vegetable or canola oil (note 7)
225g / 2 sticks unsalted butter , softened
500g / 1 lb soft icing sugar / powdered sugar , sifted
3 tsp vanilla extract
2 – 4 tbsp milk , to adjust thickeness

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 180°C/350°F (160°C fan) and let it warm for about 20 minutes before mixing your batter. Position the oven shelf in the center.
Grease two 20cm / 8” cake pans with butter and line them with parchment paper. Opt for pans without a loose base if possible.

Notes

This cake stays moist for up to 4 days when kept in an airtight container.
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results.
For a fun twist, add chocolate chips or fruit between the layers.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 300
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 90mg