Baking a Cake: Essential Steps

Cake Preparation

• Dry ingredients: combine salt, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and flour
• Sift dry ingredients together

Mixing Wet Ingredients

• Combine sugar and softened butter
• Beat until smooth and not lumpy
• Add vanilla extract
• Add 4 eggs one at a time
• Add 2 cups of Buttermilk

Combining Wet and Dry Ingredients

• Mix wet and dry ingredients together until well combined
• Check for air bubbles and tap pan to remove them

Baking and Assembly

• Pour batter into a 9-inch pan that has been sprayed
• Add a layer of frosting to the middle to stack cakes
• Frost the top and sides of the cake
• Decorate with vanilla icing and sprinkles

Cake Preparation

• Salt, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 2 teaspoons baking powder are combined with flour to create dry ingredients
• Sifting dry ingredients together ensures thorough mixing and even distribution

Mixing Wet Ingredients

• Sugar and softened butter are combined and beaten until smooth and lump-free
• Vanilla extract is added to enhance flavor
• 4 eggs are added one at a time to ensure thorough incorporation
• 2 cups of Buttermilk are added to create a moist and tender crumb

Combining Wet and Dry Ingredients

• Wet and dry ingredients are mixed together until well combined to ensure a consistent texture
• Air bubbles are removed by tapping the pan to prevent uneven baking

Baking and Assembly

• Batter is poured into a 9-inch pan sprayed with a release agent to prevent sticking
• A layer of frosting is added to the middle to stack cakes securely
• The top and sides of the cake are frosted to create a smooth and even surface
• Vanilla icing and sprinkles are used to decorate the cake, adding visual appeal and flavor

Learn the basic steps of cake preparation, from mixing dry and wet ingredients to combining and baking. Get ready to become a pro in the kitchen!