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Delicious Cake

A quick and simple cake recipe with a tender crumb and light vanilla flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup milk use room temperature for best results
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs room temperature

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture alternately with the milk to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow to cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, use fresh baking powder and room-temperature eggs. Customize with fresh berries or lemon curd.