Traditional Southern Butter Cake Recipe

Ingredients

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

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch pan or two 8-inch round pans to prepare for baking.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3. Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each one is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the whole milk. Start and finish with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Pour and Bake: Transfer the batter into the prepared pans, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your classic Southern butter cake!