Homemade Butter Birthday Cake: Silky

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
2. Beat the softened butter and sugar on medium-high speed for 3-5 minutes until the mixture is pale ivory and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture in alternating batches (dry-wet-dry), mixing on low speed just until the last streak of flour disappears.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Prepare frosting by beating butter until creamy, then gradually adding powdered sugar one cup at a time.
8. Mix in heavy cream, vanilla, and salt, then whip on high for 2 minutes until airy and stiff peaks form.