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Classic 1-2-3-4 Butter Cake

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PREP TIME
40 min
COOKING TIME
25 min
TOTAL TIME
65 min
SERVINGS
12 servings
Dessert U.S.
Classic 1-2-3-4 Butter Cake
Ingredients
  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 cups white sugar, divided
  • 3 cups cake flour
  • 4 egg yolks, room temperature
  • 4 egg whites, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 cup milk, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to the desired temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
2
Prepare your baking space by greasing and dusting three 9-inch round cake pans with a thin layer of flour.
3
Using an electric mixer, combine softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until the mixture has become light, airy, and noticeably lighter in color.
4
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks until they are smooth and well-beaten. Then, gently fold the egg yolk mixture into the butter-sugar mixture.
5
Sift together flour and baking powder to create a smooth, even mixture. Gradually add the milk to the butter-sugar mixture in an alternating motion, ensuring a smooth and even consistency. Beat well to combine.
6
Add a hint of vanilla flavor to the mixture, enhancing its overall taste and aroma.
7
To create a stable meringue, beat egg whites until they become stiff and hold their shape. Be careful not to overbeat the mixture, as it can quickly become dry.
8
Add an additional 1 cup of granulated sugar to the egg whites, gently folding it into the mixture until well combined.
9
Divide the cake batter evenly among the prepared pans, ensuring each pan receives an equal amount of mixture.
10
Place the cake batter in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until it is cooked to perfection.