Overview
This Buttermilk Vanilla Cake is a soft, tender-crumbed layer cake with a texture reminiscent of traditional yellow wedding cakes. The combination of oil, butter, and buttermilk yields a moist interior with balanced richness and flavor. Paired with a classic cream cheese frosting, this cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or as an elevated everyday dessert.
Servings: One sheet cake or four 8-inch layers
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 20–28 minutes
Cooling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: ~1 hour 50 minutes
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 stick salted butter (½ cup), room temperature
- ¾ cup Crisco vegetable oil
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk, room temperature
- ½ cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 3 cups White Lily all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
Optional:
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