Ina Garten White Cake Recipe
The Ina Garten White Cake Recipe delivers consistent results. It suits birthdays, brunches, or afternoon tea. The method feels clear and beginner friendly.
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups cake flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Line pans with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add egg whites gradually.
- Mix in vanilla gently.
- Alternate dry ingredients and milk.
- Mix until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly between pans.
- Bake until toothpick comes clean.
- Cool cakes completely before frosting.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients always.
- Measure flour using spoon and level.
- Do not overmix the batter.
- Rotate pans halfway through baking.
- Cool cakes fully before decorating.