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The ultimate vanilla bean layer cake recipe perfect for an 18th birthday celebration. Moist, tender, and sturdy enough for tiering or number cakes.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cake flour, sifted
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
  • 0.5 cup sour cream, room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk, room temperature

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans and line with parchment.
  • Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Cream butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy (5 minutes).
  • Add egg whites one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla and sour cream.
  • Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, starting and ending with dry. Mix until just combined.
  • Divide batter evenly into pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Keyword 18th Birthday Cake, Birthday Cake Recipe, Leah's Cake, Vanilla Layer Cake