Vanilla Dream Cake
A moist and decadent vanilla cake topped with fluffy vanilla buttercream and colorful sprinkles—perfect for birthdays, parties, or any special occasion. This homemade vanilla cake delivers a rich, buttery flavor with real vanilla bean, making it an irresistible treat for all vanilla lovers!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Vanilla Cake
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 vanilla bean, scraped (or 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste)
- 2 large eggs
Vanilla Buttercream
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream, half-and-half, or milk
- ½ cup rainbow sprinkles (optional)
Notes
- For an ultra-moist cake, brush layers with simple syrup before frosting.
- Swap out sprinkles for fresh berries or edible flowers for a more elegant look.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Find it online: https://yumfamilyrecipes.com/vanilla-dream-cake/
