Classic White Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Cuisine: American

A light and fluffy classic white cake with tender crumb, perfect for celebrations or everyday desserts, appealing to those who love simple, moist vanilla-flavored treats.

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups self-rising flour
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 4 egg whites
  • 1/2 cup shortening

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine self-rising flour and sugar.
  3. Add milk, vanilla, egg whites, and shortening to the dry ingredients.
  4. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  5. Pour the batter into a prepared cake pan.
  6. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes at 350°F (175°C) or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool before frosting or serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

606 kcal 30% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 25g 50% DV
Total Fat 28.1g 36% DV
Carbs 48.1g 17% DV
Fiber 1.9g 7% DV
Sugar 16.1g 32% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 404.8mg 18% DV
Potassium 470.3mg 10% DV
Cholesterol 1.5mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 47mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 12.9mg 14% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 130.5mg 10% DV
Iron 2.9mg 16% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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