Best Whipped Cake Ever

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3–4 minutes, until light and fluffy.

Step 4: Add the Eggs and Vanilla

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.

Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk (start and end with flour). Mix just until combined — don’t overmix to keep the cake tender.

Step 6: Bake the Cake

Divide the batter evenly between the two pans.

Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Cool the cakes in their pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

🥄 Step 7: Make the Whipped Frosting

In a chilled bowl, beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla on high speed for 3–4 minutes, until stiff peaks form.

(Do not overbeat, or it may turn grainy.)

🎂 Step 8: Assemble the Cake

Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate.

Spread a generous layer of whipped frosting on top.

Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides with the remaining whipped cream.

🍓 Optional Garnishes

Decorate with fresh berries, chocolate shavings, caramel drizzle, or toasted nuts for a bakery-style finish.

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