WHITE LAYER CAKE

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Birthdays wouldn't be the same without this cake in my house. My family always requests this cake for birthdays. I hope you can reduce the fat in it and still get a cake my family enjoys.-Julee Hay, Elkhart, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

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
FROSTING:
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

Steps:

  • 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., Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° 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., 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Saim Ulhaq
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I'm adding this recipe to my favorites.


Xlysia Fletcher
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This cake is sure to be a hit.


Kalulee Disani
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I'm going to make this cake for my next party.


rhrakib hasan
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This cake looks delicious!


Jackson Field
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I can't wait to try this recipe.


CHRISTIAN ATSU
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This cake is perfect for any occasion.


Jobayer Job
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I'll be making this cake again and again.


Ocaki Samuel
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This is the best white layer cake recipe I've ever tried.


M24 Level1
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5 stars!


Dornadevi Sapkota
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This cake is a keeper!


420 Rangbaaz
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Mala Man
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Overall, I'm really happy with this white layer cake recipe. It's a great basic cake that can be used for a variety of occasions.


John wick Stick
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The cake didn't rise as much as I expected. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Ntokozo Ngobese
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This cake is a little too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


maya maya
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The white layer cake is a great canvas for decorating. I love using different colors of frosting and sprinkles to make it festive for different occasions.


Cheng Kim
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This cake is so versatile! I've used it as a base for all sorts of different cakes, from birthday cakes to wedding cakes. It always turns out perfectly.


Cosmos Anthony Havim
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I'm not a huge baker, but this white layer cake was surprisingly easy to make. The instructions were clear and concise, and I didn't have any trouble finding the ingredients.


C o c a
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This white layer cake is a classic for a reason. It's moist, fluffy, and has the perfect amount of sweetness. I've made it several times for different occasions and it's always a hit.