A light and airy cake that feels like biting into a fluffy cloud. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to delight with its delicate texture and delightful flavor.
Ingredient
- For the Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups cake flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk, room temperature
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
- For the Frosting:
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, chilled
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter on medium speed until creamy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the Eggs and Vanilla:
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined.
- Fold in the Whipped Cream:
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the batter until no streaks remain.
- Bake the Cakes:
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Cool the Cakes:
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat the chilled heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of whipped cream frosting over the top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining whipped cream frosting.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the frosting to set. Slice and enjoy your fluffy cloud cake!
