Irresistible Classic Cake Recipe
This delightful classic cake features a soft and fluffy texture, perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans (9 inches) or line with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about three minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture alternately with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour equal amounts of batter into each prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg