White Velvet Cake

White Velvet Cake is a soft, tender, and elegant dessert known for its silky texture, delicate crumb, and pure white appearance. Made with only egg whites and buttermilk, it delivers a light yet moist bite that melts in your mouth. Its subtle vanilla flavor pairs beautifully with creamy frostings, making it a favorite for weddings, anniversaries, and other special celebrations. Whether dressed in a classic cream cheese buttercream or a smooth whipped frosting, this cake is a timeless showstopper that combines simplicity with sophistication.

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Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 ½ cups (300g) cake flour (or all-purpose flour + cornstarch substitution)
• 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, room temperature
• 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 4 large egg whites, room temperature
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup (120ml) water, warm

For the Frosting (Classic Cream Cheese Buttercream):

• 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cake Batter:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch (23cm) round cake pans with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes).
4. Add egg whites gradually, beating after each addition until fully incorporated.
5. Mix in vanilla extract.
6. Add the dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
7. Gently stir in the warm water to create a smooth, slightly thin batter.

2. Bake:

1. Divide the batter evenly between the pans.
2. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
3. Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

3. Make the Frosting:

1. Beat cream cheese and butter together until creamy.
2. Add vanilla and salt.
3. Gradually mix in powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.

4. Assemble:

1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread with frosting.
2. Top with the second cake layer, then frost the top and sides.
3. Smooth with a spatula and decorate as desired.

💡 Tips for Perfect White Velvet Cake:

• Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing.
• To keep the crumb super white, avoid using whole eggs — only egg whites.
• You can flavor the frosting with almond extract for a classic wedding cake taste.