French Vanilla Cake Recipe
French Vanilla Cake Recipe: Indulge in the decadence of a homemade French vanilla cake. Blend flour, sugar, and eggs with butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Bake until golden, then adorn with a luscious vanilla buttercream frosting. This recipe promises a delightful balance of sweetness and richness, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Two 9-inch round cake pans
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or stand mixer
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Beat Butter and Oil: In another bowl, beat together softened butter and vegetable oil until creamy and well blended.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Alternate Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Frost: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, frost with your favorite frosting or enjoy as is.
Notes
This recipe is a wonderful base for all your French vanilla cake dreams. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different flavors and frostings to create your own unique masterpiece.