Homemade Cake Mix
Shaziya
There’s something magical about a homemade cake mix that brings warmth and joy to any kitchen. In just 20 minutes of prep, you’ll create a versatile base for endless flavor possibilities, from rich chocolate to zesty lemon.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 1 minute min
For the Dry Mix:
- 3 ⅓ cups cake flour 16 ½ oz/469 g
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar 12 oz/340 g
- ½ cup light brown sugar 3 oz/85 g
To Make a Cake:
- 2 cups buttermilk 16 floz/480 ml, at room temperature
- 1 cup neutral-flavored oil 8 floz/240 ml, like canola
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Make the Dry Mix: In a large bowl, mix together flour, both sugars, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
To use immediately, follow directions below, or place into a sealable bag and store for up to 2 months.
To Make a Cake: Preheat oven to 350℉ (180℃). Butter and line two 9-inch (23 cm) or three 6-inch (15 cm) round cake tins and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, oil, eggs and vanilla extract.
Stir the cake mix into the wet ingredients in 3 additions and stop just as soon as you have a smooth batter. Take care not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake tins and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
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