Description
Indulge in the light, fluffy delight of The Best White Cake – a classic dessert perfect for any occasion! This cake features a tender crumb and rich vanilla flavor that melts in your mouth. Ideal for birthdays, weddings, or casual gatherings, it pairs beautifully with various frostings and toppings to create an unforgettable treat. With simple ingredients and easy steps, this recipe is perfect for both novice bakers and seasoned pros looking to impress. Get ready to savor every bite of this timeless favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups cake flour
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 5 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (full-fat)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round baking pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Beat the butter until creamy then gradually add the dry mixture while mixing.
- Add egg whites one at a time, then mix in milk and vanilla until smooth.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans; bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.
Notes
Substitute whole milk with almond milk or coconut milk for added flavor.
Experiment with different frostings like cream cheese or chocolate ganache for variety.
To keep your cake moist, wrap it tightly after cooling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 165mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 56mg