This snack-sized vanilla cake bakes up soft and golden in a simple square pan, with a fine, tender crumb that comes from creaming sugar into a light, airy base before folding in the dry ingredients. A generous splash of vanilla extract runs through both the cake and the frosting, giving every square that classic, cozy bakery-style flavor. The frosting itself whips up light and fluffy, spreading into a smooth, sweet layer that sets beautifully once the cake has cooled. It's an easy one-pan bake with straightforward steps, no fancy equipment required beyond a hand mixer and a spatula. Cut into nine neat squares, it's the kind of simple, crowd-pleasing treat that fits right into a vegetarian kitchen and disappears fast at any gathering.
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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.
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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