Follow these steps to create your Twinkie Cake effortlessly:

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs and Milk: Add the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until thoroughly combined.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
6. Divide Batter: Pour the batter equally into the prepared cake pans.
7. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool Cakes: Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
9. Make the Cream Filling: Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
10. Assemble the Cake: Once the layers are cool, place one layer on a serving platter. Add a generous layer of cream filling. Layer the second cake on top and spread the remaining filling over the top.
11. Dust with Powdered Sugar: Finish off your masterpiece by dusting the top with powdered sugar for an elegant look.

These steps will help you create a delightful Twinkie Cake that’s not only stunning but utterly irresistible.