White Mill Recipe

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@cafevino

Dec 15 2025

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1h 30m

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Serves 8

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Recipe information

Make White Mill in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

Base Preparation

1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the cake bakes evenly.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

3. Cream Butter and Sugar

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

4. Add Eggs and Vanilla

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.

5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

6. Pour into Pan

Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch round cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

7. Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Frosting Preparation

9. Beat Butter

In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until creamy, about 1-2 minutes.

10. Add Powdered Sugar

Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.

11. Add Cream and Vanilla

Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on high speed for 3-4 minutes until the frosting is light and fluffy.

12. Frost the Cake

Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake with a spatula.