Nitrate & Nitrite Free Easy Vanilla Cake
Total time1 hr 10 min
Prep time15 min
Cook time35 min
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9 servings
For the cake
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk, room temperature
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
For the frosting
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tbsp whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan with butter or nonstick spray, then line the bottom with a square of parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together with a hand mixer on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
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