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6 Inch Vanilla Cake
A perfectly proportioned single-layer vanilla cake with creamy frosting and sprinkles—ideal for small gatherings or personal celebrations.
★★★★☆
(113 reviews on Sally's Baking)
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Prep time30 min
Bake time20 min
Total time3 hr
Makes8
Ingredients
1
1 and 3/4 cups (207g) cake flour (spooned & leveled)
2
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
3
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
4
1/4 teaspoon salt
5
1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
6
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
7
3 large egg whites, at room temperature
8
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
9
1/2 cup (120g) full-fat sour cream at room temperature
10
1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk at room temperature
11
1 cup (16 Tbsp; 226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
12
4 – 5 cups (480-600g) confectioners’ sugar
13
1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream or whole milk
14
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
15
salt, to taste
16
sprinkles for decorating
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