Classic Vanilla Sponge Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Set aside.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the whole milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

6. 6

   Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.

8. 8

   Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

9. 9

   Once cooled, the cakes can be frosted and layered as desired.