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Vanilla Naked Cake
An elegant, unfrosted layer cake with tender crumb and bold vanilla flavor, finished with a simple buttercream and fresh berries for rustic charm.
★★★★☆
(51 reviews on Sally's Baking)
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Prep time45 min
Bake time25 min
Total time6 hr
Makes12
Ingredients
1
3 and 3/4 cups (443g) sifted all-purpose flour* (spooned & leveled)
2
2 teaspoons baking powder
3
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
4
1 teaspoon salt
5
1 and 1/2 cups (340g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
6
2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
7
5 large eggs, at room temperature
8
1 Tablespoon pure vanilla extract (yes, Tbsp!)
9
1 and 3/4 cups (420g/ml) buttermilk, at room temperature*
10
optional: 1–2 cups (120–250g) fresh raspberries (or other berry, see Note)
11
1 and 1/2 cups (340g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
12
5.5–6 cups (660–720g) confectioners’ sugar
13
5–6 Tablespoons (75–90g/ml) heavy cream
14
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
15
1/4 teaspoon salt
16
optional garnishes (see post above for inspiration!)
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