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White Cake Recipe

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This white cake is a classic dessert, perfect for any celebration. It features a light and fluffy crumb, a delicate vanilla flavor, and a rich buttercream frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the softened butter, 1 cup milk, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until just combined.
  4. In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the cake batter until no streaks remain.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then invert them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. To make the buttercream frosting, beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy.
  9. Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the 1/4 cup milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
  10. Once the cakes are completely cool, frost with the buttercream.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the cake batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
  • Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
  • For a denser cake, use cake flour instead of all-purpose flour.
  • You can add a few drops of food coloring to the frosting for a festive touch.

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