Buttermilk Layer Cake
Buttermilk layer cake is a classic American dessert that is often served for special occasions like birthdays and holidays.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 115 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Buttermilk Layer Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
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Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
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Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cakes.
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Garnish with fresh berries, if desired.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 56g19%
- Sugars 38g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
