Step 1: Preheat the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
• Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan or a loaf pan, ensuring all crevices are well-coated.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar

• In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.

Step 4: Add the Eggs

• Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

• Reduce the mixer speed to low.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the buttermilk (beginning and ending with the dry ingredients).
• Stir in the vanilla extract until just combined.

Step 6: Bake

• Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
• Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7: Prepare the Glaze (Optional)

• In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
• Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and let it set before serving.