Simply Vanilla Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350
2. 2
   Grease the sides and bottoms of two 9-inch round cake pans.
3. 3
   Line the bottoms with parchment paper that is also greased on top.
4. 4
   In a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer , beat the sugar, eggs and vanilla together until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
5. 5
   Add the flour, baking powder, milk and oil and beat for 1 minute until the batter is smooth and creamy.
6. 6
   Pour batter into prepared baking pans.
7. 7
   Bake in oven for 30 to 40 minutes or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. 8
   Loosen the sides of the cake from the pan with a knife, then turn out onto a rack and peel off the paper.
9. 9
   Let cool completely before frosting with your frosting of choice.