Light, airy, and perfect for any occasion.
Vanilla Sponge Cake
Light, airy, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Decorate: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Decorate with powdered sugar or your preferred frosting.
