Jump to Recipe This is the softest, fluffiest white cake recipe that tastes like it came from your favorite bakery, but it's 100% HOMEMADE! It's super moist (and stays that way for days), packed with vanilla flavor, and made with egg whites to keep the color of the cake nearly white. You can pair it with any frosting flavor, but I paired this one with a vanilla swiss meringue buttercream. This white cake recipe is buttery and moist with the softest crumb.
The tricks are to use cake flour, egg whites, and sour cream. This is the best homemade white cake recipe. Tender, light, moist, and fluffy cake layers frosted with creamy vanilla buttercream frosting.
My perfect white cake recipe yields pure white cake layers that are moist, fluffy, and flavorful! This is a great birthday cake, wedding cake for small ceremonies, or a fun alternative to vanilla cake. I use cream cheese frosting, but feel free to use whatever frosting you prefer. Full recipe and baking time in recipe card below!
The best moist and fluffy white cake recipe made from scratch. A little bit of oil keeps this cake ultra-moist for days! This white cake recipe is moist and fluffy with a bright white color.
The cake crumb is tender and soft, but sturdy enough as a layer cake. This recipe has a buttery, vanilla flavor without being too rich or too sugary. Learn all the secrets to mastering this classic cake recipe that's perfect for decorating and absolutely delicious.
This homemade white cake recipe is soft, fluffy, and perfect for weddings, birthdays, and celebrations. Easy to make with simple ingredients! As a baker who makes layer cakes every week, I rely on this soft white cake recipe when I need layers that stay light, moist, and easy to stack.
Using only egg whites gives the cake its bright white color and tender crumb, while buttermilk keeps it soft and fluffy. It's a clean vanilla base that works beautifully with buttercream, mascarpone frosting, or fresh berries. This white cake is a soft and tender white cake flavored with vanilla and almond extract.
Pair this cake with vanilla buttercream, almond buttercream, cream cheese frosting or Swiss meringue buttercream for the best homemade white cake recipe. If you are looking for a great wedding cake or birthday cake recipe, this one is for you! This white cake recipe is made completely from scratch.
Make this simple but elegant cake for birthdays, family gatherings, and parties!