Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans
Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl
Add softened butter and mix on low speed (or use a pastry blender) until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs
Gradually add milk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl
Mix until smooth and fully incorporated
Divide batter evenly between prepared pans
Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean
Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely
Notes
Use room-temperature ingredients for better mixing
Fresh baking powder ensures proper leavening
Milk can be substituted with buttermilk for a tangier flavor
Slice and store in an airtight container once cooled
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Classic American Cake Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg