Description

This Vanilla Cake is not just any dessert—it’s a moist, flavorful delight that stays fresh for days. Made with simple ingredients like flour, eggs, and a hint of vanilla, it’s perfect for any gathering or as a sweet treat at home. Easy to prepare, this cake will surely impress your guests with its soft texture and delicious taste.

Ingredients

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2 cups plain / all purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 tsp cooking salt
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups caster / superfine sugar
115g / 1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup milk
3 tsp vanilla extract
3 tsp vegetable or canola oil
225g / 2 sticks unsalted butter
500g / 1 lb soft icing sugar
3 tsp vanilla extract
2 – 4 tbsp milk

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 180°C/350°F (160°C fan) for 20 minutes before preparing the batter. Make sure to position the oven shelf in the center.
Grease two 20cm/8” cake pans with butter and line the bottom with parchment or baking paper. It's best to use cake pans without loose bases whenever you can.

Notes

Make sure your baking powder is still active for the best rise.
It’s helpful to bring your eggs to room temperature for better mixing.
Adjust the milk in the icing to achieve your desired thickness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 100mg