Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until smooth.
- Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.
This cake is perfect for any special occasion or simply as a delightful treat!