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Vanilla Cake

Vanilla Cake
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Indulge in the delight of this homemade Vanilla Cake, a classic dessert thats perfect for any occasion. With its light, fluffy texture and rich vanilla flavor, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether youre celebrating a birthday, hosting a gathering, or simply craving something sweet, this versatile layer cake adapts beautifully to any event. Dress it up with your favorite frosting or enjoy it plain; each slice promises moist tenderness thanks to the addition of sour cream and milk. This Vanilla Cake not only serves as a delicious centerpiece but also offers endless decorating possibilitiesmaking it an ideal treat for casual afternoons or formal celebrations alike.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 4 egg whites
  • 2 sticks butter (room temperature)
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (room temperature)
  • 1 cup butter (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup shortening (Crisco)
  • 6 cups sifted powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350F (177C) and prepare three 6-inch cake pans with butter, flour, and parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in one bowl. In another bowl, mix milk, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
  3. Using a mixer, cream together butter and sugar until smooth. Gradually add whisked egg whites while mixing.
  4. Alternate adding the dry mixture and milk mixture into the butter mixture until just combined.
  5. Divide batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 3035 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes in pans for 1520 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

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