The Ultimate Cake Recipe: A Culinary Adventure You’ll Want to Repeat!

Here’s a fantastic ultimate cake recipe that you’ll want to make again and again!

The Ultimate Cake Recipe: A Culinary Adventure You’ll Want to Repeat!

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour

• 2 ½ tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened

• 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar

• 4 large eggs

• 1 tbsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk

For the Frosting:

• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened

• 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar

• 2 tbsp heavy cream or milk

• 1 tbsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

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

Step 3: Cream Butter & Sugar

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).

Step 4: Add Eggs & Vanilla

Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5: Alternate Dry & Wet Ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6: Bake

Divide the batter evenly between the cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 7: Cool

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

Make the Frosting:

Step 8: Beat the Butter

In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy.

Step 9: Add Sugar & Liquid

Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well. Add vanilla extract, salt, and heavy cream (1 tbsp at a time) until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.

Assemble & Enjoy!

Step 10: Frost the Cake

Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread frosting evenly on top. Place the second cake layer over it and frost the top and sides.

Slice and enjoy your ultimate cake!

Would you like any variations, such as chocolate or fruit additions?

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