Description
A simple yet delightful cake that captures the essence of home and nostalgia with its buttery flavor and tender texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round or square cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Beat the softened butter in another bowl until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter, mixing well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, stirring until just combined.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Top with fruits or glaze as desired.
Notes
Use room-temperature ingredients for a smoother batter and avoid overmixing for a lighter texture. Fresh toppings should be added just before serving for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cake, minimalist cake, simple dessert, nostalgia, baking, family favorite