Save A festive, moist vanilla sponge cake layered with creamy buttercream and topped with colorful sprinkles—a joyful treat perfect for any celebration.
This cake has always been the highlight of our family celebrations, bringing smiles and joy to everyone who tries it.
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Ingredients
- For the Sponge Cake: 1 2/3 cups (210 g) all-purpose flour, 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar, 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter softened, 3 large eggs at room temperature, 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- For the Buttercream Frosting: 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter softened, 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar sifted, 2 tbsp whole milk, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, Pinch of salt
- For Decoration: 1/4 cup (40 g) colorful sprinkles
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Instructions
- Preheat:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan with parchment paper.
- Cream:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla:
- Beat in the eggs one at a time mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl whisk together the flour baking powder and salt.
- Combine:
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three parts alternating with the milk beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.
- Pour Batter:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake:
- Bake for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool:
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting:
- For the frosting beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar milk vanilla and salt beating until smooth and fluffy.
- Assemble:
- Once the cake is completely cool slice it horizontally to create two layers. Spread frosting between the layers and over the top and sides.
- Decorate:
- Decorate with colorful sprinkles. Slice and serve.
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Notes
Pairs well with sparkling wine or fresh lemonade for the perfect celebration pairing.
Required Tools
8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan Electric mixer Mixing bowls Rubber spatula Wire rack Serrated knife
Allergen Information
Contains eggs milk wheat (gluten) and dairy Check all packaged decorations for potential allergens
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This classic vanilla cake with buttercream frosting adds festive joy to any occasion.
Recipe Q&A
- → What ingredients create the moist texture?
The combination of softened butter, eggs, milk, and baking powder work together to provide a tender, moist crumb in the vanilla sponge.
- → How is the buttercream frosting prepared?
Butter is beaten until creamy, then powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt are gradually added and whipped until fluffy and smooth.
- → Can this cake be customized?
Yes, you can add cocoa powder for a chocolate variation or spread fruit jam between layers for added flavor complexity.
- → What baking tools are needed?
An 8-inch round cake pan, electric mixer, mixing bowls, rubber spatula, wire rack, and serrated knife are essential for preparation and assembly.
- → How should the cake be cooled after baking?
Allow the cake to cool in its pan for 10 minutes before transferring it onto a wire rack to cool completely for even texture and easier frosting.
