10/06/2026
Step by step ways of making soft and moist vanilla cake
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
* 3 cups all-purpose flour
* 2½ teaspoons baking powder
* ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
* 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
* 2 cups granulated sugar
* 4 large eggs
* 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
* 1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
Step 1: Prepare Your Equipment
1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
2. Grease two 8-inch cake pans.
3. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, combine:
* Flour
* Baking powder
* Salt
Whisk together and set aside.
Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar
1. In a large bowl, beat the butter until smooth.
2. Add sugar gradually.
3. Continue mixing for about 3–5 minutes until light and fluffy.
Step 4: Add Eggs and Vanilla
1. Add eggs one at a time.
2. Beat well after each addition.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
1. Add one-third of the flour mixture.
2. Pour in half of the milk.
3. Repeat until all ingredients are incorporated.
Important: Do not overmix; mix just until combined
Step 6: Bake
1. Divide batter evenly between the pans.
2. Bake for 30–35 minutes.
3. Insert a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
Step 7: Cool the Cakes
1. Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes.
2. Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely
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