Simple Cake
This simple cake recipe is your go-to solution for easy, homemade comfort. It brings a soft texture, buttery flavor, and just the right touch of sweetness—no special skills required.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Electric Mixer
- 9-inch Round Cake Pan
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk preferably whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with flour. Mix gently.
- Stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Always spoon and level your flour. For variations, consider adding lemon zest, berries, or cocoa powder.