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Simple Graduation Cake
This simple graduation cake is a classic vanilla buttermilk dream. It's sturdy enough for decorations but light and tender, making it a no-fuss, tasty centerpiece for any graduation party.
👥 1 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 2h 10m⏳ Prep: 20 min🔥 Cook: 30 min👤 Daniel Mercer📖 cookfastrecipes
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- pan
- oven
- bowl
- whisk
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line three 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
baking powder1 tablespoon
3
In a large mixer bowl, beat softened butter, sugar, oil, and vanilla on medium-high for ⏱️ 2-3 minutes until fluffy.
4
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
large eggs4
5
Add half the dry ingredients and mix on low. Slowly pour in the buttermilk while mixing.
buttermilk1 cup
6
Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix until the batter is smooth.
7
Divide batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for ⏱️ 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8
Cool cakes in pans for ⏱️ 10-15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
9
For frosting, beat softened butter on high for ⏱️ 5 minutes until light and pale.
10
Reduce speed and gradually add sifted powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla. Beat until combined.
11
Add heavy cream one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. Beat for another minute until whipped and fluffy. Assemble and frost the cooled cake.
Nutrition Facts
calories
480 calories
fat Content
25g fat
serving Size
1 slice
fiber Content
1g fiber
sugar Content
40g sugar
sodium Content
350mg sodium
protein Content
5g protein
carbohydrate Content
60g carbs
saturated Fat Content
14g saturated fat
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