A classic white cake that’s light, fluffy, and moist — perfect for birthdays, weddings, or any celebration. Made with simple pantry ingredients for a tender, bakery-style crumb.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 large egg whites, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk, room temperature
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Add egg whites one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to the batter, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth the tops.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for the best texture.
Level cake layers with a serrated knife if needed before frosting.
Pairs well with buttercream, whipped cream, or cream cheese frosting.