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The Only Vanilla Cake You'll Ever Need

Recipe by Preppy Kitchen

A fluffy, buttery vanilla cake that stays flat and moist, topped with a simple vanilla buttercream and a sprinkle of confetti sprinkles. Perfect for birthdays or any celebration, this recipe uses room‑temperature ingredients, cake strips, and a few pro tips to guarantee a flawless result every time.

MediumAmericanServes 12

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Source Video
1h 18m
Prep
30m
Cook
13m
Cleanup
2h 1m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$8.01
Total cost
$0.67
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Preheat oven and properly line and strip the pans.
  • Alternate dry and wet ingredients without over‑mixing.
  • Use cake strips and monitor baking time to avoid a domed top.
  • Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle hot pans with oven mitts to avoid burns.
  • Do not over‑mix batter; over‑mixing can create a tough texture.
  • Be careful when cracking eggs to avoid shell fragments.

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