Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Buttercream Frosting Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Add the milk and vanilla extract, and beat on high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Assembly
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of buttercream frosting on top.
- Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining buttercream.
- Decorate as desired and serve.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients.