Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two cake pans.

Cream the butter and sugar together in a bowl until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Mix until smooth.

Add a few drops of red food coloring if desired, and stir until evenly combined.

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Let the cakes cool completely before frosting with whipped cream mixed with powdered sugar.