Description
A light and tender sheet cake topped with a silky vanilla buttercream, perfect for gatherings or cozy family treats.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for cake)
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch sheet cake pan.
- Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Add softened butter to the dry mix and work until crumbly. Then add eggs, mixing briefly after each, and stir in vanilla.
- Pour in the milk and mix until smooth, avoiding overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Beat the butter for the frosting until fluffy, then add powdered sugar and vanilla; mix until smooth. If too stiff, add heavy cream until spreadable.
- Spread the buttercream evenly over the cooled cake and slice into portions to serve.
Notes
For best results, allow cake to cool completely before frosting. Adjust frosting consistency with heavy cream if necessary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American