Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks or 227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 2/3 cups (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (187 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon (2 grams) baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 gram) salt
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) buttermilk
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Alternately add flour mixture and buttermilk to butter mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in pan for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 320 per serving (1/8 of cake)
- Fat: 17 grams
- Carbohydrates: 36 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and fluffy yellow cake
- Buttermilk adds a tangy flavor
- Easy to make with pantry staples
- Perfect for birthday parties or any special occasion
User Comments:
- "This cake is so moist and delicious! It's my go-to recipe for every birthday." - Sarah
- "I love the tanginess of the buttermilk in this cake. It's a nice twist on a classic recipe." - John
- "This cake is so easy to make. I even let my kids help me bake it!" - Jessica
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overbeat the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
- If you don't have buttermilk on hand, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup (240 milliliters) of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
- To ensure even baking, rotate the cake pan halfway through the cooking time.
