2 Layer Vanilla Cake Recipe From Scratch

May 15, 2023 Post a Comment

Homemade Vanilla Cake Recipe Baked by an Introvert from www.bakedbyanintrovert.com

If you are looking to create a beautiful two-layer vanilla cake from scratch that will impress your family and friends, you have come to the right place! This simple and delicious recipe is sure to be a hit and will leave your guests wanting more. From the moist, buttery cake layers to the creamy and delicious frosting, this vanilla cake will be the star of the show. Let's get baking!

Ingredients

For the cake layers, you will need:

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk, at room temperature

For the frosting, you will need:

3/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
3-4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2-3 tablespoons whole milk, at room temperature

Instructions

Making the Cake Layers

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition and scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

With the mixer on low speed, add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk in two additions, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and spread into an even layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Making the Frosting

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter and 3 cups of confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

With the mixer on low speed, add the remaining confectioners' sugar 1 cup at a time until desired sweetness is reached. Add the milk 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.

To assemble the cake, place one of the cooled cake layers onto a plate or cake stand. Spread a generous layer of frosting over the top of the cake. Place the second cake layer on top and spread a thin layer of frosting over the top and sides of the cake. Use the remaining frosting to pipe decorations onto the top and sides of the cake.

Nutrition

One serving of this two layer vanilla cake contains approximately 558 calories, 24.5 grams of fat, 79 grams of carbohydrates, and 5.3 grams of protein.

This two layer vanilla cake recipe is a great way to show off your baking skills and impress your family and friends. With its moist layers of cake and creamy frosting, it is sure to be a hit! Whether you are serving it for a special occasion or just a simple get-together, this vanilla cake will be a sure crowd-pleaser.