White Buttermilk Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

This moist and tender white buttermilk cake features a delicate crumb with subtle vanilla flavor, making it perfect for celebrations or everyday treats. Its light sweetness and fluffy texture appeal to both dessert lovers and those seeking a classic, versatile cake suitable for various occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 egg whites
  • 1 cup Crisco
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Cream sugar and Crisco together until well blended.
  2. Add buttermilk, egg whites, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
  3. Combine dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, soda) and gradually add to the wet mixture.
  4. Pour batter into greased cake pans.
  5. Bake at 350°F for 25 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

383 kcal 19% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 25.8g 52% DV
Total Fat 2.4g 3% DV
Carbs 52.3g 19% DV
Fiber 2.5g 9% DV
Sugar 5.8g 12% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 3100.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 512mg 11% DV
Cholesterol 7.3mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 23.8mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 9.3mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1546mg 100% DV
Iron 4.8mg 27% DV
Diet fit High-protein Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

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

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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