White Layer Cake
A classic white layer cake featuring tender, fluffy layers with a delicate vanilla flavor. Perfect for celebrations or special occasions, this cake offers a light sweetness and smooth texture that pairs beautifully with frosting or fresh fruit. Suitable for all ages and versatile for various toppings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cream the shortening and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Sift the white flour with baking powder and salt.
- Add the sifted dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Fold in the well-beaten egg whites gently until just incorporated.
- Pour the batter into well-greased and floured layer pans.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
401
kcal
20% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % 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).