Description
A delightful and rich vanilla bean layer cake perfect for celebrating Capricorn season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla bean paste.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- For the frosting, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Once the cakes are cool, layer them with whipped cream frosting in between and on top.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of almond extract.
- This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg