Equipment

• 9-inch round cake pans (2)
• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer or stand mixer
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Rubber spatula
• Wire cooling racks
• Offset spatula (for frosting)

Instructions

Preparing the Cake:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).