My Vanilla Cake

I have a weakness for cake, of course it has to be good cake, but I also usually prefer vanilla over chocolate. I have a great recipe for both, but today I'm going to share my vanilla cake recipe.

**This recipe can be used for 24 cupcakes, an 8x10 sheet cake, or two 8-9'' round cakes.

First Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and grease your pan.

In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together milk, buttermilk, and vanilla. Then using my Kitchenaid Stand Mixer (could also use your hand mixer), I whisk the butter and sugar, beat at medium speed for 2-3 minutes, until creamy. On low speed add the eggs, one at a time, and scraping down the sides. Increase the speed to beat until incorporated. 

On Medium-low speed, add dry mixture and wet mixture, alternating until all ingredients are mixed together. 

**The mixture will not look smooth

Then add mixture to your pan and bake on center rack for 30-35 minutes, until your toothpick comes out clean. This cake has a flat top and will not dome, which makes it great for toppings and frosting. 

Allow to completely cool before topping with your favorite frosting.

Keep a look out for my Whipped Cream Frosting Recipe...

*TIPS*

**If you don't have buttermilk, you can use milk and vinegar as a substitute.
Add 1/2 cup of milk and 1/2 tablespoon of vinegar to a cup, stir to mix and then allow 10 minutes to sit. **Works best with whole milk

Here are just a few time where I have used this recipe. Enjoy! 

flat top so it is easy to frost with my Whipped Cream Frosting and fruit for my patriotic cake.

Liam's 1st Birthday Cake using this recipe. Mixture of Small round cakes and cupcakes. 

Liam's 3rd Birthday cake

Mix of my vanilla cake and chocolate cake recipe