White Layer Cake Recipe

Name: White Layer Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter, softened; 1/4 cup shortening; 1-1/2 cups sugar; 4 large egg whites; 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2-1/4 cups cake flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup buttermilk; 1/2 cup shortening; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 4 cups confectioners' sugar; 3 to 4 tablespoons whole milk

Servings: persons

1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups sugar
4 large egg whites
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups cake flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup shortening
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 cups confectioners' sugar
3 to 4 tablespoons whole milk

1
In a bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add egg whites, beating well. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk.
2
Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350u00b0 for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
3
For frosting, in a bowl, cream shortening and butter. Add vanilla and salt. Gradually beat in sugar. Add enough milk until frosting achieves spreading consistency. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake.

1932

kcal

Calories

Fat

273

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup butter, softened, 1/4 cup shortening, 1-1/2 cups sugar, 4 large egg whites, and more.

Yes, White Layer Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

White Layer Cake

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