Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Baking Time: 25-30 minutes
- Cooling Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Intensity:
- Difficulty Level: Easy
Ingredients:
Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup whole milk
Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons whole milk
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg Whites and Vanilla:
- Add the egg whites one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting:
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and enough milk to achieve a spreadable consistency.
- Frost Cake:
- Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
- Serve:
- Cut into squares and serve.
Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming 12 servings):
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 120mg
Enjoy your delectable Heavenly White Snack Cake!