Basic White Cake Mix

8 ingredients
6 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 3 egg whites
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. 2
    Sift together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  3. 3
    Cut in shortening until fine crumbs are formed.
  4. 4
    Add eggs, milk, and vanilla.
  5. 5
    Beat at low speed for 1 minute, then high for 2 minutes, scraping the bowl frequently.
  6. 6
    TIP: Egg whites may be beaten separately before adding to mix for a lighter cake.

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