This is where it all comes together.

In this step, you’ll mix your batter, pour it into the tins, and get your cake into the oven. It might get a little messy. That’s part of it.

We’ll show you exactly what the batter should look like—so there’s no guessing, no overthinking, and no need to get it “perfect.”

You’re making a soft vanilla buttermilk cake that’s ready to be decorated in the next step.

What you’ll do:

• Mix the batter (butter, sugar, eggs, dry + wet ingredients)

• Check the texture (what “ready” actually looks like)

• Pour into tins

• Bake the cake

Tip: If it looks a little messy, you’re doing it right.