Description

A wedding cake is more than just dessert—it’s a centerpiece that symbolizes love, unity, and new beginnings. This vanilla almond wedding cake is light, fluffy, and beautifully layered with a rich buttercream frosting. Whether you’re baking for a grand wedding or an intimate celebration, this recipe ensures a stunning and delicious cake.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Cake: (Makes 3 tiers – 6″, 8″, and 10″)

4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups unsalted butter, softened
3 cups granulated sugar
8 large eggs
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons almond extract
2 cups whole milk
1 cup sour cream

For the Buttercream Frosting:

2 cups unsalted butter, softened
8 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
6 tablespoons heavy cream

For Decorating:

White fondant (optional)
Fresh flowers or edible pearls
Cake dowels and support rods (for stacking tiers)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three round cake pans (6″, 8″, and 10″).
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Mix in vanilla and almond extracts.
Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk, mixing until just combined.
Stir in sour cream for extra moisture.

Step 2: Bake the Cake Layers

Divide batter evenly among the cake pans.
Bake for 25-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 3: Make the Buttercream Frosting

In a bowl, beat butter until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well.
Stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
Add heavy cream, beating until frosting is light and fluffy.

Step 4: Assemble & Frost the Cake

Level each cake layer by trimming the tops.
Stack the tiers, applying a layer of frosting between each.
Crumb-coat the entire cake with a thin layer of frosting. Chill for 30 minutes.
Apply a final smooth coat of frosting or cover with fondant.

Step 5: Decorate & Serve

Add fresh flowers, edible pearls, or other decorations.
Insert dowels into lower tiers to support the upper layers.
Serve and enjoy this elegant masterpiece!

Notes

Flavor Variations: Add lemon zest, raspberry filling, or coconut flakes for a twist.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 day, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Freezing: Unfrosted cake layers can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: ~450
Fat: ~22g
Carbohydrates: ~55g
Protein: ~5 g