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New Favorite White Layer Cake Recipe

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This New Favorite White Layer Cake recipe features moist layers of fluffy, tender white cake. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or anytime you crave a classic, this cake is easy to make with simple ingredients and a foolproof method. Bake this cake to impress with minimal effort, and customize with your favorite frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups cake flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups sugar
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
  • In a bowl, whisk cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  • Add egg whites, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
  • Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour.
  • Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  • Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter and egg whites for best results.
  • For extra flavor, add almond extract or lemon zest.
  • Frost with buttercream or whipped cream for a classic touch.

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