Simple Vanilla Cake Base
This Simple Vanilla Cake Base is light, buttery, and perfectly tender—an essential recipe for any baker’s collection. With just a few pantry ingredients, it creates a soft, moist crumb that works beautifully as a standalone snack cake or the foundation for layer cakes, cupcakes, and desserts of all kinds. Easy to make and endlessly adaptable, this cake delivers classic homemade flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour an 8-inch round or square cake pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal. This ensures the cake bakes evenly and releases cleanly once cooled.
