18 of the Best Vanilla Cake Recipes You'll Ever Enjoy
JANUARY 31, 2023
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Vanilla cakes are a classic staple that can be enjoyed for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a daring and decadent showstopper, a light and fluffy layer cake, or a quick and easy recipe, we’ve got you covered!
From classic vanilla cakes with buttercream frosting to creative concoctions with fresh fruit, we’ve gathered 18 of the best vanilla cake recipes from around the web. Every recipe is sure to delight with its delicate flavor and tender crumb.
So, get ready to bake up some delicious vanilla cakes for your next celebration!
Crunchy Creamy Sweet
One-Bowl Vanilla Cake recipe
A fluffy and moist cake with the best easy vanilla frosting! All you need is one bowl and a whisk to make it!
13
6,290
15
35 min
TOTAL TIME
489
CALORIES
$0.44
PER SERVING
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The Stay At Home Chef
The Most Amazing Vanilla Cake
The Most Amazing Vanilla Cake is moist and flavorful and made completely from scratch. It's the best homemade vanilla cake you'll ever have! And it's easy to make too!
54
47,519
938
40 min
TOTAL TIME
321
CALORIES
$0.76
PER SERVING
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Sugar Salt and Magic
Fluffy Vanilla Cake from scratch
The only vanilla cake recipe you’ll ever need, this Fluffy Vanilla Cake is simple and made from scratch. This dreamy cake is soft, fluffy and topped with the creamiest vanilla buttercream frosting. I guarantee you’ll love it.
4
157
14
1 hr 10 min
TOTAL TIME
443
CALORIES
$0.77
PER SERVING
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Inquiring Chef
Easy Vanilla Snack Cake
This Easy Vanilla Snack Cake makes a celebration possible any day of the week with just a little bit of effort! This is a no-mixer-required, two-bowl cake that is baked in an 8x8 pan and comes out tender and soft.
191
22,208
20
40 min
TOTAL TIME
241
CALORIES
$0.18
PER SERVING
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Joy Oliver
The Best Classic Vanilla Cake
Four layers of the most moist and tender cake and vanilla butter cream frosting, The Best Classic Vanilla Cake is better than any bakery and is so festive for every celebration.
2
289
45 min
TOTAL TIME
1615
CALORIES
$1.31
PER SERVING
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Tried and True Recipe
Vanilla Cake with Kahlua Raspberry Buttercream
This vanilla cake with Kahlua raspberry buttercream is the perfect quarantine dessert. The cake is moist and light while the buttercream is rich and tasty.
1
17
25
2 hr 15 min
TOTAL TIME
444
CALORIES
$0.67
PER SERVING
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Cooklist AI
Plush Vanilla Dream Cake
Indulge in a luxurious, plush vanilla cake with perfectly balanced moistness and fluffiness. It has an incredibly rich and tender yellow crumb that stays moist for days. Ideal as a base for a variety of cakes, from layer cakes to birthday cakes, combined with your frosting of choice.
3
45 min
TOTAL TIME
752
CALORIES
$0.68
PER SERVING
Ingredients
Directions
17 STEPS
1
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and place the oven rack in the middle position. Grease 2 8-inch (20cm) cake pans with butter and line with parchment paper.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3
In a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat the 4 large eggs for 30 seconds on medium speed. While the mixer is running, gradually pour in the 1 1/2 cups of caster sugar over 45 seconds.
4
Continue to beat the egg mixture for 7 minutes on medium-high speed, or until tripled in volume and light in color.
5
While the egg mixture is beating, combine the 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1 cup milk in a heatproof microwave-safe jug. Microwave on high for 2 minutes to melt the butter without letting the milk bubble and boil.
6
After the egg mixture has reached the desired volume, gently fold in 1/3 of the flour mixture until just combined. Repeat with remaining flour in two more additions. Make sure not to overmix the batter.
7
In the empty flour bowl, combine the hot milk mixture, 3 teaspoons vanilla extract, and 3 teaspoons vegetable oil. Whisk in about 1 1/2 cups of the egg-flour batter.
8
With the mixer on low speed, slowly pour the milk mixture into the whisked egg-flour batter over 15 seconds.
9
Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl and mix for a final 10 seconds, until smooth and pourable.
10
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Tap the pans on the counter 3 times to release any large air bubbles.
11
Bake for 30 minutes or until golden, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
12
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 15 minutes before carefully turning them out onto cooling racks.
13
For the vanilla buttercream, beat the 2 sticks of unsalted butter in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment on high for 3 minutes, until it changes color to almost white.
14
Gradually add 1 pound of soft icing sugar in 3 batches, mixing slowly at first to avoid a mess, then increasing the speed and mixing for 3 minutes until fluffy.
15
Add 3 teaspoons of vanilla extract and 2-4 tablespoons of milk, as necessary. Mix for an additional 30 seconds.
16
Once the cakes are completely cool, frost them with the prepared vanilla buttercream, or use your preferred alternative frosting or garnishes.
17
Serve immediately or store covered at room temperature for up to 4 days.
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Baran Bakery
4 Inch Vanilla Cake
Simple vanilla cake now comes in the perfect size for a personal treat or small celebration. This 3 layered, 4 Inch Vanilla Cake is delicious, soft, and simple to make!
3
166
3 hr 20 min
TOTAL TIME
972
CALORIES
$0.85
PER SERVING
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Natasha's Kitchen
Vanilla Cake Recipe
An easy Vanilla Cake with a soft and moist crumb and great vanilla flavor. This Vanilla cake recipe is the perfect base with Vanilla Buttercream for a birthday cake or any special occasion.
138
42,520
328
1 hr 30 min
TOTAL TIME
323
CALORIES
$0.39
PER SERVING
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Baking A Moment
Perfect Vanilla Cake
This is the only vanilla cake recipe you'll ever need! It bakes up soft, buttery, and moist, with a fine, delicate crumb. So easy it's practically foolproof, and it all comes together in just one bowl. Simple, versatile, and so delicious!
33
38,844
200
55 min
TOTAL TIME
433
CALORIES
$0.59
PER SERVING
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Chelsweets
Mini Vanilla Cake Recipe
This mini vanilla cake recipe is made in one bowl & is incredibly moist! One batch makes three, 4 inch cake layers that are perfect for a small celebration.
306
1,461
1
1 hr 8 min
TOTAL TIME
712
CALORIES
$0.64
PER SERVING
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Sugar & Sparrow
Vanilla Smash Cake Recipe
A triple layer 4-inch vanilla cake recipe that's tasty and perfectly sized for a smash cake. Top with vanilla buttercream for a classic flavor combination.
2
16,612
40 min
TOTAL TIME
1003
CALORIES
$1.27
PER SERVING
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King Arthur Baking
Golden Vanilla Cake
This rich, butter-based cake is moist and tender, with a dense crumb structure. Close-grained and sturdy, it's perfect for stacking in layers and can be paired with any of the frostings you love: chocolate, vanilla, coconut, caramel...
484
59
1 hr 5 min
TOTAL TIME
202
CALORIES
$0.19
PER SERVING
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Family Spice
Vanilla Cake Recipe with Oil
Moist and fluffy, this vanilla cake recipe with oil will be your go-to-cake for every birthday or special occasion that comes your way!
75
529
31
1 hr 40 min
TOTAL TIME
1130
CALORIES
$2.65
PER SERVING
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Cali-Girl Cooking
The Simplest Vanilla Cake with Vanilla Buttercream
This from-scratch vanilla cake is easy to make and topped with the creamiest vanilla buttercream. It's the perfect simple cake recipe suitable for any special occasion!
1
1
58 min
TOTAL TIME
923
CALORIES
$0.94
PER SERVING
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Well Seasoned
Simple Vanilla Cake with Mascarpone Buttercream
This simple vanilla cake is a two layer cake topped with mascarpone buttercream frosting and fresh strawberries. It's so easy to make, but looks stunning!
1,244
6
55 min
TOTAL TIME
630
CALORIES
$0.93
PER SERVING
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Sweet and Savory by Shinee
Vanilla Cake with Raspberry Cream Cheese Frosting
This simple vanilla cake with raspberry cream cheese frosting makes a perfect birthday cake!! No-fail tender crumbs, sweet and tart raspberry cream cheese frosting and simple chocolate decoration is a match made in heaven!
6,590
25 min
TOTAL TIME
407
CALORIES
$0.97
PER SERVING
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The Almond Eater
Vegan Vanilla Cake with Chai Spice Icing
This three layer Vegan Vanilla Cake is moist, made with easy-to-find ingredients and topped with a smooth chai spice icing that's sure to please!
5
26,587
19
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
448
CALORIES
$0.58
PER SERVING
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Giallo Zafferano
Magic vanilla cake
Magic vanilla cake is surprising both to the eye and the palate! Each of the layers will have a different consistency: an authentic surprise and delight!
2
36
1 hr 50 min
TOTAL TIME
784
CALORIES
$1.50
PER SERVING
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