Description
Discover the best white cake recipe—fluffy, moist, and perfect for weddings, birthdays, and celebrations. Easy steps and expert tips.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups cake flour (sifted)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 5 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1 ½ cups whole milk (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round pans or line with parchment paper.
- Sift dry ingredients: Combine cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar: Beat until light and fluffy.
- Add egg whites: One at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Combine: Add dry ingredients alternately with milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix gently.
- Add flavors: Stir in vanilla and almond extract.
- Bake: Divide batter into pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely before frosting.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth batter.
- Avoid overmixing to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Use clear vanilla extract for a pure white color.
- Check doneness with a toothpick—if it comes out clean, the cake is ready.
- Prep Time: 20minutes
- Cook Time: 30minutes