Ingredients:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (310g)
  • 2 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (227g)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar (400g)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (5ml)
  • 1 cup whole milk (240ml)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (227g)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar (480g)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (60ml)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (5ml)
  • 1 cup fresh berries or fruit preserves (240ml)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour the cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Blend in vanilla extract and milk gradually, mixing until smooth.
  6. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
  7. Divide batter equally among the prepared pans. Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  9. In a bowl, beat softened butter, then gradually add powdered sugar and cream, mixing until fluffy.
  10. Place the first layer on the glass cake stand, spread with frosting (and filling if using). Repeat with other layers.
  11. Frost the top and sides of the cake for a polished look.