“The Dreamiest White Velvet Cake You’ll Ever Bake”
White Velvet Cake: A Luxurious Slice of Joy
There are cakes, and then there are cakes. This White Velvet Cake is, without a doubt, one of the most enchanting I’ve ever made. It’s soft, elegant, and laced with sweet nostalgia—an absolute standout in any baker’s collection.
My journey with this recipe began on a sunny afternoon as I prepared to celebrate my grandmother’s birthday. I wanted to create something as graceful as she is. As I blended the ingredients, the scent of vanilla brought back memories of time spent in her kitchen. The moment I spread the silky frosting over the soft, snowy layers, I knew this cake was special. When she took her first bite, her smile said it all.
Now it’s your turn to share this magical moment with someone you love.
White Velvet Cake Recipe
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 14 oz cake flour
- 10 oz buttermilk (room temperature or slightly warm)
- 5 oz egg whites (room temperature)
- 13 oz granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 4 oz vegetable oil
- 6 oz unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking soda
For the Frosting:
- 3 oz all-purpose flour
- 14 oz granulated sugar
- 16 oz whole milk
- 16 oz unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
Cake Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 335°F (170°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Add egg whites, vegetable oil, buttermilk, softened butter, and vanilla extract. Beat until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the pans.
- Bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation:
- In a saucepan, whisk together flour and sugar.
- Slowly add milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
- Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens into a pudding-like texture. Let it cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter until light and creamy.
- Gradually add the cooled milk mixture, continuing to beat until fully incorporated.
- Add vanilla extract and salt, and whip until the frosting becomes fluffy and smooth.
Assemble & Enjoy
Frost your cooled cake layers generously and decorate as you wish. Whether it’s a birthday, holiday, or just a “treat yourself” day, this White Velvet Cake brings joy with every slice.