White Cake

This white cake recipe is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The light and fluffy texture combined with a sweet vanilla flavor makes it a crowd-pleaser.

White Cake

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 egg whites

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg whites one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  3. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; add to the batter alternately with the milk. Pour the batter into the prepared pans.
  4. Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
10g
Protein
3g

Supplies

Mixing bowls Electric mixer Cake pans Cooling rack

Tools

Oven Toothpick

Serving suggestions

Serve the white cake with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream. It pairs well with fresh berries or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips & tricks

For an extra moist cake, try adding a tablespoon of sour cream to the batter. Be sure not to overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.

Cost

$10