Slice Of Homemade Cake Recipe
Make Slice Of Homemade Cake Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
Frosting
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- 3
Cream Butter and Sugar
In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- 4
Add Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract.
- 5
- 6
Pour and Bake
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 7
Cool the Cakes
Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
- 8
Make the Frosting
In a medium bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
- 9
Add Vanilla and Milk
Add the vanilla extract and milk to the frosting mixture. Beat on medium speed until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
- 10
Frost the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.