Indulge in the Sweet Symphony of Vanilla Bliss!
Today, we’re whipping up a delightful duo of Vanilla Cakes filled with luscious jam and decadent buttercream. Let’s dive into this scrumptious journey together!
Ingredients:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole milk
For Filling:
• Strawberry jam
For Buttercream:
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
Directions:
. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch cake pans.
. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
. In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
. For the buttercream, beat together butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth and creamy.
. Once the cakes are cool, spread a layer of strawberry jam on one cake layer, and then spread a layer of buttercream on top. Place the second cake layer on top.
. dust with powdered sugar.
Dig into this heavenly creation and share the joy with your loved ones!
