Make this irresistible vanilla bean cake using my thoroughly tested vanilla cake recipe. It’s tender, moist & has a rich, vanilla flavor!
1
In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda & salt. Set aside.
2
In a mixing bowl with paddle attachment beat butter & sugar until fluffy, 3-5 mins. Scrape the sides of the bowl halfway.
3
Add the eggs & vanilla bean paste. Mix until fluffy & smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl halfway, 2-3 mins.
4
Add half of the flour mixture & mix on low speed until just combined.
5
Add the buttermilk & mix on low speed. Then add the remaining flour mixture & mix until just combined, about 30 sec!
6
Divide the batter evenly into the prepared pans & smooth the tops.
7
Bake the cake for 25-27 mins, or until the cakes are golden & inserted toothpick comes out clean.
8
Let the cakes rest in the pans for 3 mins.
9
Level the cake layers with a serrated knife & trim the brown edges on the bottom & sides.
10
Smear ¼ of the frosting in an even layer on top of the first cake. Stack the second cake layer on top of the first & repeat with the remaining layers.
11
Frost the entire vanilla bean cake with the remaining frosting & decorate as desired.