Description
A simple and delightful cake recipe perfect for any occasion, easy enough for beginners and delicious enough for everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan, ensuring a non-stick surface for our lovely cake.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, creating a base that will add richness to the cake.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This ensures they’re thoroughly incorporated, lending moisture to our cake.
- Stir in the milk and vanilla extract, infusing the batter with a sweet, aromatic touch that elevates the flavor profile.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. We want a soft, smooth batter without overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. It’s time for magic to happen in the oven!
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on it, as every oven is a little different.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
To keep your cake fresh, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze individual slices for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg