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Simple Vanilla Cake: easy, fluffy, and reliable
Easy vanilla cake recipe with common ingredients and clear steps for a fluffy result.
Why this recipe works
A simple vanilla cake you can bake for everyday celebrations or a cozy weekend treat. It’s approachable for beginners and customizable with your favorite frostings or mix-ins.
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Key takeaways
Perfect for novice bakers
Quick to assemble with common pantry ingredients
Fluffy crumb with a classic vanilla flavor
Recipe guide
A simple vanilla cake you can bake for everyday celebrations or a cozy weekend treat. It’s approachable for beginners and customizable with your favorite frostings or mix-ins.
This easy vanilla cake is a reliable bake for any beginner.
- Perfect for novice bakers
- Quick to assemble with common pantry ingredients
- Fluffy crumb with a classic vanilla flavor
Ingredients you need
- 700 g all-purpose flour (7 cups) - 150 g granulated sugar - 3 large eggs - 120 ml milk - 100 g unsalted butter, melted - 1 tsp baking powder - 1 tsp vanilla extract - Pinch salt. Note: the original list has many repeated lines; use 700 g flour total, 150 g sugar, 3 eggs, 120 ml milk, 100 g melted butter, 1 tsp each baking powder and vanilla, pinch of salt.
Method in brief
1) Preheat to 180°C (350°F) and line an 8-inch pan. 2) Whisk dry ingredients. 3) Beat eggs with sugar until pale. 4) Stir in butter, milk, vanilla. 5) Fold dry into wet until just combined. 6) Bake 25–30 minutes; cool before serving.
Serving and tips
Dust with powdered sugar or frost once cooled. For a richer crumb, emulsify butter with milk first; for extra vanilla, increase extract to 1.5 tsp. Store covered for up to 3 days.
Ingredients
- 200 gram all-purpose flour
- 150 gram granulated sugar
- 3 each large eggs
- 120 ml milk
- 100 gram unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease or line an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Whisk flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl to combine.
- Beat sugar and eggs together until pale and slightly thickened.
- Stir melted butter, milk, and vanilla into the egg mixture until smooth.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: dust with powdered sugar or frost once fully cooled before serving.
FAQs
Do I need to double the recipe for a larger pan?
This version fits an 8-inch pan. For a larger pan or sheet cake, scale ingredients evenly and extend bake time as needed.
Can I substitute oil for melted butter?
Yes, use 1:1 melted butter to oil but expect a slightly different flavor and crumb.
How can I make it dairy-free?
Use dairy-free butter substitute and dairy-free milk; use vanilla wax or extract as usual.