Spring Buttercream Cake
A delightful buttercream cake that embodies the freshness of spring, perfect for celebrations or cozy family desserts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add in the eggs, mixing well after each addition.
- Combine the flour and baking powder, then gradually mix it into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Beat the softened butter with powdered sugar and vanilla until creamy for the buttercream.
- Spread the buttercream generously over the cooled cake layers and decorate as desired.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake light and fluffy.