Description

This vanilla cake is all about flavor and simplicity. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a moist, delightful cake that’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy dinner at home.

Ingredients

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2 cups plain / all purpose flour (cake flour ok too, note 1)
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder (check it's still active, note 2)
1/4 tsp cooking salt (kosher salt)
4 large eggs (50 – 55g / 2 oz each), at room temp (note 3)
1 1/2 cups caster / superfine sugar (granulated/regular ok too, note 2)
115g / 1/2 cup unsalted butter , cut into 1.5cm / 1/2” cubes (or so)
1 cup milk , full fat (note 5)
3 tsp vanilla extract , the best you can afford (note 6)
3 tsp vegetable or canola oil (note 7)
225g / 2 sticks unsalted butter , softened
500g / 1 lb soft icing sugar / powdered sugar , sifted
3 tsp vanilla extract
2 – 4 tbsp milk , to adjust thickness

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 180°C/350°F (160°C for fan ovens) and let it heat for 20 minutes before making the batter.
Prepare 2 x 20cm / 8” cake pans by greasing them with butter and lining with parchment paper. It’s best to use a cake pan without a loose base.

Notes

Ensure your baking powder is active for the best rise.
Using room temperature eggs helps in creating a fluffy batter.
You can adjust the milk to achieve your desired icing consistency.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 36g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 90mg