Magnolia Bakery’s Everyone’s Favorite Vanilla Cake
This classic vanilla cake, known for its rich flavor and light texture, is the perfect treat for any celebration. Magnolia Bakery’s Everyone’s Favorite Vanilla Cake is easy to make, incredibly moist, and ideal for birthdays, holidays, or just because!
Equipment
- Two 9-inch round cake pans
- - Electric mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Toothpick or cake tester
- Wire racks for cooling
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the softened butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Using an electric mixer, beat on low until the mixture is combined, then increase the speed to medium for about 2 minutes until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.
Notes
You can swap the all-purpose flour for almond flour for a nutty flavor.
Buttermilk can replace regular milk for a slightly tangier taste.
For added flavor, mix in chocolate chips or fresh berries before baking.
Buttermilk can replace regular milk for a slightly tangier taste.
For added flavor, mix in chocolate chips or fresh berries before baking.