Minimalist Vanilla Buttermilk Cake
This elegant, single-layer cake features a tender, velvety crumb and a deep vanilla aroma, perfected by the subtle tang of buttermilk. It is the ultimate effortless dessert for those who appreciate refined simplicity.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp fine sea salt
- 0.75 cup buttermilk room temperature
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract high quality recommended
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For a make-ahead option, this cake freezes beautifully when wrapped tightly in plastic wrap. Serve plain, with a dusting of powdered sugar, or a dollop of whipped cream and fresh berries.