Description

This Best Vanilla Cake is known for its fluffy texture and rich flavor, made with simple ingredients that turn any occasion into a celebration. Perfect for birthdays or special gatherings!

Ingredients

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3 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
2 tsp Baking powder
1/4 tsp Baking soda
1 tsp Salt
3 TBSP Dry milk powder
1/2 cup Unsalted butter (room temperature)
1/2 cup Oil (canola or vegetable)
1 3/4 cup White granulated sugar
1 TBSP Vanilla bean paste
5 Egg whites (room temperature)
3/4 cup Sour cream (room temperature or greek yogurt)
1 cup Buttermilk (room temperature)
2 cups Unsalted butter (room temperature)
8 oz Cream cheese (room temperature)
4 cups Powdered sugar (sifted)
1 TBSP Vanilla bean paste

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350℉. Prepare three 8-inch cake pans by spraying them with nonstick spray and lining with parchment paper.
Sift the flour in a medium bowl then add baking powder, baking soda, salt, and dry milk powder.
In a large bowl, beat the butter, oil, and sugar on high speed for 2 minutes until fluffy and white.
Add egg whites, vanilla bean paste, and sour cream into the mixture. Mix on medium speed for 1 minute.
Gradually add the dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing on low speed until just combined. Scrape the bowl with a rubber spatula.
Evenly distribute the batter among the three prepared cake pans and bake for 25-28 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
For the frosting, sift powdered sugar in a large bowl and set aside.
Beat butter in a large bowl on high speed for 2 minutes. Add cream cheese and beat for 1 minute.
Add half of the powdered sugar and mix on low. Then incorporate the rest and mix, adding vanilla bean paste until creamy.
Cut off the domes of the cakes with a serrated knife before assembling.
Spread 1 cup of frosting on the first cake layer, place the second layer, and repeat. Finish with the last layer upside down.
Apply a light crumb coat of frosting, freeze for 15 minutes, then frost and decorate the cake.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a consistent batter.
Use a serrated knife for even cake layers and a smooth frosting finish.
Experiment with decorating using fresh fruits or sprinkles for an added touch.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 400
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 110mg