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Moist Vanilla Layer Cake Recipe

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3.9 from 7 reviews

  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Moist Vanilla Layer Cake is a classic, tender, and fluffy dessert perfect for celebrations or an everyday treat. Featuring layers of homemade vanilla cake filled and frosted with rich, creamy vanilla buttercream, it offers a deliciously sweet balance and light texture. Decorated with colorful sprinkles for a festive touch, it’s a sure crowd-pleaser that’s easy to assemble and bake.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 1/2 cups (325g) all purpose flour (measured properly)
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup (168g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 cups (310g) sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 1/4 cups (300ml) milk, room temperature

For the Frosting:

  • 2 1/2 cups (560g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 10 cups (1150g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 6-8 tbsp (90ml-120ml) heavy cream
  • Pinch of salt

For Decoration:

  • Sprinkles, for decorating

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cake Pans: Line three 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper circles and grease the sides. Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C).
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter, sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract together until the mixture becomes light in color and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition until mostly combined. Scrape the bowl sides as needed to ensure even mixing.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients and Milk: Add half of the dry ingredients to the batter and mix until mostly combined. Slowly add the milk, mixing until the batter is well combined, even if it appears curdled.
  6. Add Remaining Dry Ingredients: Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix until the batter is smooth and well incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
  7. Divide and Bake: Evenly divide the batter among the prepared cake pans. Bake for 22-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few crumbs.
  8. Cool Cakes: Remove cakes from the oven and allow to cool in pans for 2-3 minutes before transferring to cooling racks to cool completely.
  9. Make Frosting: Beat the butter for the frosting until smooth. Gradually add half of the powdered sugar and mix until smooth. Add vanilla extract, 4-5 tablespoons heavy cream, and a pinch of salt and mix again. Slowly add the remaining powdered sugar, and add more heavy cream as needed to achieve the desired frosting consistency.
  10. Prepare Cake Layers: Using a large serrated knife, level the domes off the cakes so each layer is flat.
  11. Assemble Cake: Place the first cake layer on a serving plate or cake board. Spread about 1 cup of frosting evenly on top. Add the second cake layer and spread another cup of frosting. Top with the final cake layer and frost the outside of the cake evenly.
  12. Decorate: Press sprinkles onto the sides of the cake. Pipe swirls of frosting around the top edge using a piping tip (Ateco tip 844 recommended). Add extra sprinkles on top as desired.
  13. Storage: Store the cake in an airtight container. Best enjoyed within 3-4 days.

Notes

  • Ensure ingredients like butter, eggs, and milk are at room temperature for best results.
  • Be careful not to overmix the cake batter to keep the cake tender.
  • The batter may look curdled after adding the milk, but this is normal.
  • Use a serrated knife to level cake layers for a professional look.
  • For a smoother frosting finish, chill the cake slightly before applying the final coat of frosting.
  • This cake can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days or refrigerated for 3-4 days.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/moist-vanilla-layer-cake-recipe/