Classic Vanilla Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. 2

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

3. 3

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

4. 4

   Combine the all-purpose flour and baking powder, add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Finally, stir in the milk until the batter is smooth.

5. 5

   Pour or spoon the batter into the prepared pans.

6. 6

   Bake for 30 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven. Cake is done when it springs back to the touch or a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. 7

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