The Perfect White Cake

The Perfect White Cake

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This white cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion! With a soft and fluffy texture and a delicious vanilla flavor, it's sure to be a hit. The homemade buttercream frosting adds just the right...

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Cooking tools:

  • Stand mixer
  • Hand mixer
  • Cake pan
  • Bench scraper
  • Cooling rack
  • Cake turntable
  • Cake stand
  • Serving platter
  • Bread knife
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl
  • Toothpick
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Ingredients

  • 2 and 1/2 cups (295g) cake flour(spooned & leveled)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (12 Tbsp; 170g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 and 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 5 large egg whites, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120g) full fat sour cream, at room temperature*
  • 1 Tablespoon pure vanilla extract (yes, Tbsp!)
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk, at room temperature*
  • 1 and 1/4 cups (282g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 5 cups (600g) confectioners’ sugar
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) heavy cream
  • 2teaspoons pure vanilla extract (or use clear imitation vanilla extract for stark white frosting)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • optional: sprinkles, for garnish

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