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The Perfect White Birthday Cake Recipe

This Perfect White Birthday Cake is a delightful, fluffy treat that transforms any celebration into a memorable event!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Birthday Cake, Classic, Fluffy
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 1 cup milk at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 sticks butter at room temperature but still cool

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat and Prepare - Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt. This ensures that your leavening agents are evenly distributed.
  • Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar - In another bowl, beat the cool butter with the sugar until light and fluffy. This usually takes about 4-5 minutes with an electric mixer. The mixture should be pale and creamy.
  • Step 4: Add the Egg Whites and Extracts - Add the egg whites, almond extract, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined.
  • Step 5: Alternate Adding Dry Ingredients and Milk - Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start with a third of the flour, then half the milk, repeating until everything is combined. Be careful not to overmix!
  • Step 6: Bake the Cakes - Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Step 7: Cool the Cakes - Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • Step 8: Frost and Decorate - Once the cakes are completely cool, frost them with your favorite frosting. A classic buttercream or a light whipped cream pairs beautifully with this cake. Don’t forget to add some festive decorations like sprinkles or fresh berries!

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cake pans
  • Cooling Rack

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute the milk with almond milk or coconut milk.
  • For a gluten-free cake, use a gluten-free cake flour blend.
  • Always use room temperature ingredients for a more homogenous batter.