Description
Experience the nostalgia of baking with this delightful classic cake that is light, fluffy, and topped with glossy frosting. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is a celebration of simple ingredients that come together to create a moist and flavorful dessert. Whether served at birthdays or enjoyed during afternoon tea, each slice evokes warm memories and brings joy to every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk (optional for moisture)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease & flour two round baking pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time; stir in vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients alternately with milk until just combined—do not overmix!
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg