Step 1

Heat oven to 350°F. Prepare two 8-inch round cake pans or a 9x13 pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl using a hand-held mixer (or stand mixer) cream butter until lighter in color and creamier. (1-2 minutes.)

Step 3

Add in egg whites and mix on low until incorporated.

Step 4

Add in milk, vanilla, and almond extract. Mix until just combined.

Step 5

Add in all dry ingredients and stir by hand until incorporated.

Step 6

Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 18-22 minutes for round pans. If using the 9x13 pan start checking at 22 minutes. Even oven is different! When an inserted toothpick is removed with a few crumbs but no wet batter, the cake is done.