Nutty Vanilla Cake with Creamy Filling

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1. Make the Vanilla Cake:

  1. Preheat your 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, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

2. Prepare the Nutty Cream Filling:

  1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to whip to stiff peaks.
  3. Gently fold in the chopped nuts. Refrigerate until ready to use.

3. Assemble the Cake:

  1. If the cakes have domed on top, level them with a knife.
  2. Place one cake layer on your serving plate and spread the nutty cream filling over the top.
  3. Place the second cake layer on top of the filling.

4. Make the Vanilla Frosting:

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating on low until combined. Increase speed to high, and beat until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in vanilla extract. Adjust the consistency with milk or cream, adding 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach a spreadable consistency.

5. Frost the Cake:

  1. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the vanilla frosting. Use a spatula or butter knife to create smooth or textured patterns.
  2. Garnish with whole or halved nuts around the top edge or as desired.

6. Serving:

Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the filling to set and makes slicing easier. Serve this Nutty Vanilla Cake with Creamy Filling as the perfect finale to a special meal or as a treat to brighten any day. Enjoy the rich flavors and delicate textures of this exquisite dessert that’s sure to impress.

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