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 Certainly! Here's a basic recipe for a classic vanilla sponge cake. This recipe is versatile and can be used as a base for various cake variations. Remember to follow each step carefully and adjust quantities based on your specific needs:

Classic Vanilla Sponge Cake

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole milk

Instructions:

Preheat Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

Sift Dry Ingredients:

• In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Cream Butter and Sugar:

• In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This can take about 3-5 minutes with an electric mixer.

Add Eggs:

• Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Add Vanilla Extract:

• Mix in the vanilla extract.

Alternate Dry Ingredients and Milk:

• Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.

Divide Batter:

• Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

Smooth Batter:

• Smooth the tops of the batter with a spatula.

Bake:

• Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool:

• Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Frosting (Basic Buttercream):

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions:

Beat Butter:

• In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.

Add Powdered Sugar:

• Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.

Add Milk and Vanilla:

• Add the milk and vanilla extract and beat until smooth and fluffy.

Assembling the Cake:

Level Cakes:

• If needed, level the cooled cakes using a serrated knife.

Frost Between Layers:

• Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top.

Frost Entire Cake:

• Frost the entire cake with the remaining buttercream.

Decorate (Optional):

• Decorate the cake with additional frosting, sprinkles, or other decorations as desired.

Serve and Enjoy:

• Slice and serve the delicious homemade cake!

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding flavorings, fillings, or additional decorations to suit your preferences. Happy baking!

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