Ingredients
1 1/2 cups unsalted butter
2 1/4 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
2 teaspoons non-alcoholic vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round pans
Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy
Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring full emulsification
Sift flour, baking soda, and baking powder together
Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients
Fold in vanilla extract
Pour batter into prepared pans and smooth surfaces
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean
Cool completely before frosting or serving
Notes
For gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free flour and ensure leavening agents are wheat-free
For vegan: Substitute flax eggs (1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg) and non-dairy buttermilk
Add crushed nuts or citrus zest for variation
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
Refrigeration optional in humid climates but may firm texture
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Classic American Cake Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg