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Easy Vanilla Cake Recipe

This Easy Vanilla Cake Recipe is the perfect dessert for any occasion. Made entirely from scratch; It’s so light, fluffy, and easy to make that you’ll never go back to box mix! This simple vanilla cake recipe is a perfect dessert to please a crowd, whether you're baking for a birthday or a casual get-together. This cake is easy to make and requires minimal effort, yet it delivers a rich buttery flavor with a light and fluffy texture that impresses your guests. You can customize the cake with your favorite frosting, toppings, or decorations to make it even more special. Overall, this vanilla cake recipe is a winner that everyone will love.
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Keyword: cake,
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 8 SERVINGS
Calories: 820kcal
Author: Evelyn Savinon ( A Simple Tweak)

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature (8 tablespoons)
  • ½ cup avocado oil canola or vegetable oil also works
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs at room temperature recommended
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1¼ cup buttermilk at room temperature recommended

Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 ounce blocks of cream cheese room temp
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter room temp
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your Bundt mold to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, avocado oil, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  • Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  • Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared Bundt mold. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the mold for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prepare the Frosting: While the cake is cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and a pinch of salt, beating until the frosting is smooth.
  • Frost the Cake: Once the cake is completely cooled, spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting over the top. Feel free to add any additional toppings or decorations you like. I opted for some sprinkles.
  • Enjoy this delightful vanilla Bundt cake at your next celebration, and watch it become the star of the dessert table!

Nutrition

Calories: 820kcal | Carbohydrates: 101g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 161mg | Sodium: 426mg | Potassium: 376mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 63g | Vitamin A: 916IU | Calcium: 236mg | Iron: 3mg