• Prepare three 7" round pans and set aside.
• Place eggs, sugar, salt and vanilla beans in the bowl of electric stand mixer.
• Attach whisk attachment and set speed to medium-high. Whisk together for 12 minutes. The mixture should appear foamy and light but firm consistency.
• Sift flour onto the egg mixture and fold slowly but steadily. Best results achieved when you use your hand to fold the mixture.
• Pour even amounts of batter into prepared pans. I use a scale to ensure even distribution among pans.
• Bake at 400ºF for 20-25 minutes, or until done. The cake should be of a dry appearance, but spring to the touch.
• Allow to cool for fine minutes in pan, then turn out onto cooling rack and allow to cool completely.

To make the frosting:

• Place the mixing bowl in the freezer for about 3 minutes. Remove from freezer and pour cream into bowl. Add the icing sugar and vanilla extract and whip on high until firm peaks form.
• Assemble and enjoy!