How Make Cake

 

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Here's a basic recipe for a classic vanilla cake:

### Ingredients:

#### For the Cake:

- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

- 1/2 teaspoon salt

- 1 1/4 cups unsalted butter, at room temperature

- 2 cups granulated sugar

- 4 large eggs, at room temperature

- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

- 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature

#### For the Buttercream Frosting:

- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature

- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted

- 1/4 cup heavy cream

- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

- Pinch of salt

### Instructions:

#### Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar together on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.

4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

5. Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

#### Step 2: Bake the Cake

1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

3. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

#### Step 3: Prepare the Buttercream Frosting

1. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter on medium-high speed until creamy, about 2-3 minutes.

2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating on low speed until combined.

3. Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.

#### Step 4: Assemble the Cake

1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a layer of buttercream frosting on top.

2. Place the second cake layer on top and spread a thin layer of frosting over the entire cake (this is the crumb coat). Refrigerate the cake for 15-30 minutes to set the crumb coat.

3. Remove the cake from the refrigerator and spread the remaining frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake.

#### Step 5: Serve

1. Decorate the cake as desired with sprinkles, fruit, or other toppings.

2. Slice and serve the cake.

Enjoy your homemade vanilla cake!