Vanilla Cake Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened at room temperature)
• 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
• 1/2 cup sour cream (adds moisture & tang)
• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 3 cups 3–4 powdered sugar (sifted)
• 2 tbsp heavy cream (adjust for consistency)
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt (balances sweetness)