Vanilla Layer Cake with Chocolate Frosting

Instructions

1. 1

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

2. 2

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

3. 3

   In a large 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 milk, beginning and ending 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 the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of chocolate frosting on top of one cake layer.

10. 10

    Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining chocolate frosting over the top and sides of the cake.

11. 11

    Serve and enjoy your Vanilla Layer Cake with Chocolate Frosting.